Events
This page lists rewilding-related events in every shape or form. From in-person trainings to big conferences to Zoom calls and from book discussions to rewilding journeys. Listings are by simply by date - next upcoming first. If you have events coming up or know about some that don’t appear here, please do let me know. Glad to add them.
The new Wilder Places already lists over 140 rewilding experiences. Explore the site and book your rewilding trip today 👉 find your next wild adventure here
TRAINING 🇪🇺 All year round
ONLINE REWILDING COURSE: “Curious about rewilding and wondering where to start? Join our pioneering free online rewilding course, which brings together practical insights from leading practitioners and academics across 20+ European countries. Accessible and interactive, it will equip you with the tools you need to start making a difference in your own field.” (organized by Rewilding Europe; 🛜 online)
TRAINING 🏴 21 - 26 March 2026
9 WAYS TO REWILD: “Join us for this immersive 5-night training course in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, exploring and learning about the principles of ecological restoration, or rewilding.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cairngorms National Park, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 27 March 2026
RESTORING WILD RIVERS: “Join river ecologist, Duncan Pepper, for an informative and inspiring introduction to the principles of river and wetland restoration.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Upper Brae Farm, Aberfeldy, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🏴 03 - 05 April 2026
REWILDING EXPERIENCE: “Join us for a nature-packed experience where we will guide you on a weekend of rewilding and wildlife activities, immersed in the beautiful landscape of Dundreggan estate. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about local wildlife and plants, including tracks and signs, plant identification and much more.” (organized by Trees for Life; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇪🇸 12 - 17 April 2026
IBERIAN LYNX ADVENTURE: “The European Nature Trust, in partnership with CBD-Habitat, presents an exclusive adventure to wild Spain. With local guides, ecologists and conservationists, you’ll have the chance to observe Spain’s most iconic species, understanding how the Iberian lynx population is staging a dramatic recovery. This is your opportunity to discover the remarkable conservation story of the Iberian lynx, while directly supporting the species’ ongoing recovery. Uncover the magic of Andalusia, and watch European wildlife, with purpose.” (organized by The European Nature Trust and CBD-Habitat; 🗺️ Andalusia, Spain)
TRAINING 🏴 15 April 2026
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF LYNX: “Join Dr Hugh Webster and Dan Puplett on this fascinating day to learn about what life might be like living alongside a reintroduced lynx population in Scotland.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Ballintean Mountain Lodge, Cairngorms, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 23 - 24 April 2026
REWILDING THROUGH STORYTELLING: “Join us for an immersive two-day masterclass led by the expert team at Adventurous Audio. You’ll explore the vital ingredients of great storytelling and learn how to use them to engage, excite and captivate your audience.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ The Crossing Hotel, Kingussie, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇮🇹 13 - 18 May 2026
REWILDING WEEK IN CENTRAL APENNINES: “What is the best way to discover rewilding if not by directly living it, with a series of field experiences especially designed to put people in contact with wild nature and the local communities living along side with it. The Rewilding Week program aims at deepening the understanding of human-wildlife interaction themes in Central Apennines by spending 5 days on the field together with the Rewilding Apennines team, and learning side by side how to implement co-existence practices in this territory.” (organized by Wildlife Adventures and Rewilding Apennines; 🗺️ Apennines, Italy)
TRAVEL 🏴 16-21 May 2026
CAIRNGORMS REWILDING: “Step into Scotland’s wild heart with a journey designed to inspire, connect and restore.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cairngorms National Park, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇷🇴 17 - 24 May 2026
ROMANIAN CARPATHIANS COEXISTENCE ADVENTURE: “Immerse yourself in the most forested region of Europe, while supporting the efforts of Romania’s largest and most visionary conservation project. You will explore old-growth and virgin forests, looking for signs of bears, wolves and lynx, while understanding how nature here can be protected through the creation of a new National Park, aka “The Yellowstone of Europe”. With expert guidance throughout, and unique, authentic accommodations designed to get you closer to nature, you’ll return from the trip inspired and invigorated..” (organized by The European Nature Trust and Foundation Conservation Carpathia; 🗺️ Carpathia, Romania)
TRAINING 🏴 28 May 2026
ALL ABOUT TREES: “Join Lynn Cassells, co-owner of Lynbreck Croft, for an immersive learning day focused on planting, growing and working with trees, surrounded by the inspiring landscapes of the Cairngorms National Park.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Lynbreck Croft, Grantown-on-Spey, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 29 May 2026
LETTING NATURE LEAD - 30 YEARS ON: “Join Peter Cairns at his 120-acre farm holding in the Cairngorms, where a ‘let nature lead’ approach, has been shaping the landscape for three decades.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Ballintean Mountain Lodge, Cairngorms, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇿🇦 01 - 06 June 2026
REWILDING EXPEDITION SOUTH AFRICA: “Embark on an intoxicating journey through the rich tapestry of South Africa, where the essence of adventure and the spirit of the savannah embrace you at every turn. This 5-day bespoke expedition offers an intimate glimpse into the soul of Zululand—a realm where nature’s drama unfolds in a breathtaking ballet of intricate ecosystems and vibrant cultures.” (organized by ORBIS Expeditions; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ KwaZulu Natal, South Africa)
TRAINING 🏴 11 June 2026
ALL ABOUT TREES: “Join Lynn Cassells, co-owner of Lynbreck Croft, for an immersive learning day focused on planting, growing and working with trees, surrounded by the inspiring landscapes of the Cairngorms National Park.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Lynbreck Croft, Grantown-on-Spey, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 12 June 2026
LETTING NATURE LEAD - 30 YEARS ON: “Join Peter Cairns at his 120-acre farm holding in the Cairngorms, where a ‘let nature lead’ approach, has been shaping the landscape for three decades.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Ballintean Mountain Lodge, Cairngorms, Scotland)
CONFERENCE 🇨🇭 14 - 19 June 2026
WORLD BIODIVERSITY FORUM: “The World Biodiversity Forum 2026 convenes the community to build broad and strong leadership and networks for transformation, bringing science, arts, society, and businesses together, across generations. WBF2026 builds on the valuable experience from previous World Biodiversity Forums.” (organized by IBF; 🗺️ Davis, Switzerland)
TRAVEL 🏴 21 - 27 June 2026
REWILDING OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: “Venture off the beaten path across the stunning landscapes near Dundreggan, exploring rewilding in the most dramatic way. This is a truly unique experience, uncovering what rewilding is all about, through days spent up in the mountains and out on the water. We’ll explore some of the most remote and least-visited corners of the Dundreggan Estate, gaining first-hand insight into Trees for Life’s rewilding work. We’ll also head into Glen Affric to climb Munros and experience the exceptional Highland landscapes that inspired the charity’s creation. Next, we’ll journey west from Dundreggan, to walk the breathtaking glaciated peaks of Kintail, and be part of these living Gaelic landscapes.” (organized by Trees for Life; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🏴 03-06 September 2026
ARGYLL EXPLORER: “Experience Scotland’s dramatic west coast on a weekend designed to inspire, connect and restore.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cowal Peninsula, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🏴 06 - 11 September 2026
REWILDING IN ACTION EXPERIENCE: “A packed week to kickstart your own rewilding journey. Explore Trees for Life’s 10,000-acre Dundreggan Estate, and see it through the eyes of our ecologist and our estate team. Speak with leading experts, get hands-on experience in our tree nursery, participate in workshops, and take guided walks to experience rewilding in action. You will leave inspired, and armed with tailored, practical advice.” (organized by Trees for Life; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇮🇹 13 - 18 September 2026
BEAR AND WOLF ADVENTURE: “The European Nature Trust, in partnership with Io Non Ho Paura Del Lupo and Salviamo l’Orso, presents an exclusive journey to Abruzzo. This trip will immerse you in one of Europe’s key strongholds for wolf and bear populations, while directly supporting their future through conservation action. This is your opportunity to connect with nature, support its preservation, and meet passionate environmentalists making a difference for the future of European nature. Drive nature’s recovery, through experience.” (organized by The European Nature Trust, Io Non Ho Paura Del Lupo and Salviamo l’Orso; 🗺️ Apennines, Italy)
TRAVEL 🇷🇴 13 - 20 September 2026
ROMANIAN CARPATHIANS COEXISTENCE ADVENTURE: “Immerse yourself in the most forested region of Europe, while supporting the efforts of Romania’s largest and most visionary conservation project. You will explore old-growth and virgin forests, looking for signs of bears, wolves and lynx, while understanding how nature here can be protected through the creation of a new National Park, aka “The Yellowstone of Europe”. With expert guidance throughout, and unique, authentic accommodations designed to get you closer to nature, you’ll return from the trip inspired and invigorated.” (organized by The European Nature Trust and Foundation Conservation Carpathia; 🗺️ Carpathia, Romania)
CONFERENCE 🏴 19 September 2026
THE BIG PICTURE CONFERENCE: “The Big Picture Conference brings together a diverse group of people united by a shared commitment to nature recovery. Join us and an inspirational lineup of speakers for a fun and fulfilling day of presentations, learning opportunities and rewilding discussion.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🗺️ Perth, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🏴 19-24 September 2026
CAIRNGORMS REWILDING: “Step into Scotland’s wild heart with a journey designed to inspire, connect and restore.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cairngorms National Park, Scotland)
CONFERENCE 🇮🇹 20 - 25 September 2026
29TH IBA CONFERENCE: “The International Conference on Bear Research and Management will be held in the heart of the Central Apennines, home to the critically endangered Marsican brown bear, and will be hosted alongside the final conference of the LIFE Bear-Smart Corridors (LBSC) initiative. The unifying theme of both gatherings will be human–bear coexistence, a topic of global relevance that lies at the core of conservation challenges today.” (organized by the IBA; 🗺️ Pescasseroli, Italy)
TRAVEL 🇪🇸 27 September - 04 October 2026
CANTABRIANS COEXISTENCE ADVENTURE: “The European Nature Trust, in partnership with local Spanish NGO Fundacíon Oso Pardo (FOP), presents an exclusive 7-night journey to the wild heart of Northern Spain. On this expertly-guided experience, you’ll join conservationists and ecologists on an adventure to the most abundant, biodiverse region of wild Spain.” (organized by The European Nature Trust and Fundacion Oso Pardo; 🗺️ Cantabrian Mountains, Spain)
TRAVEL 🏴 03-08 October 2026
CAIRNGORMS REWILDING: “Step into Scotland’s wild heart with a journey designed to inspire, connect and restore.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cairngorms National Park, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🏴 16 - 18 October 2026
REWILDING EXPERIENCE: “Join us for a nature-packed experience where we will guide you on a weekend of rewilding and wildlife activities, immersed in the beautiful landscape of Dundreggan estate. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about local wildlife and plants, including tracks and signs, plant identification and much more.” (organized by Trees for Life; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 22 October 2026
RESTORING WILD RIVERS: “Join river ecologist, Duncan Pepper, for an informative and inspiring introduction to the principles of river and wetland restoration.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Upper Brae Farm, Aberfeldy, Scotland)
TRAINING 🏴 31 October - 05 November 2026
9 WAYS TO REWILD: “Join us for this immersive 5-night training course in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, exploring and learning about the principles of ecological restoration, or rewilding.” (organized by SCOTLAND: The Big Picture; 🤝 in-person; 🗺️ Cairngorms National Park, Scotland)
TRAVEL 🇮🇹 15 - 19 October 2025
REWILDING WEEK: “Five days dedicated to Rewilding Apennines field activities, discovering natural ecosystems and great local artisans.” (organized by Wildlife Adventures and Rewilding Apennines; 🗺️ Apennines, Italy)
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