2011
Take off
Rewilding Europe formally established.
Special advisor
Princess Laurentien van Oranje becomes Rewilding Europe’s special advisor.
2012
Five areas
The first five rewilding areas become operational.
Conference
First ever rewilding conference held in Europe at WILD10 in Spain.
2013
Photo exhibition
Held in Stockholm, the landmark outdoor photo exhibition “Wild Wonders of Europe” attracts over 500,000 visitors.
Major support
Rewilding Europe becomes a beneficiary of the Dutch Postcode Lottery.
Enterprise support
Launch of Rewilding Europe Capital, a loan facility for supporting rewilding enterprises.
Major study
The first report on Wildlife Comeback in Europe is published, reaching 140 million people.
2014
Webinar
First webinar held with members of the European Rewilding Network.
Bison rangers
Nature guides trained in the Southern Carpathians start working as bison rangers.