Will Wood

Will grew up in the United Kingdom, where he developed an early interest in the natural world, spending much of his time observing wildlife and learning about the environments around him. He studied zoology and ecology at university, specializing in animal behavior, and went on to work in a variety of wildlife-focused roles around the world.

His field experience has taken him from tracking mongooses in South Africa to tagging land crabs on Ascension Island. These opportunities allowed him to work closely with wildlife while gaining firsthand experience in a wide range of ecosystems. Throughout his career, he has been drawn to immersive fieldwork and the opportunity to better understand the relationships between species, landscapes and people.

Will eventually settled in the Scottish Highlands, where the region's rugged landscapes and wildlife provided a new focus for his interests. Working as a guide deepened his appreciation for the area's natural and cultural history and reinforced the value of helping visitors understand a place through multiple perspectives. It was in the Highlands that he came to appreciate the importance of studying not only ecology, but also geology, botany, archaeology, linguistics and the many interconnected subjects that shape a landscape.

Most recently, Will lived and worked at one of the world's most remote museums on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. There, he shared the stories of the island's wildlife, history and cultural heritage with visitors from around the world.