My first of several visits to Chile happened in March 1999 when I decided to fulfil an ambition to see Patagonia. Besides the spectacular mountains, volcanoes, lakes and rivers I wanted to see how close I could get to a peninsular with my name on it.
I first became aware of the existence of Peninsula Wilcock when reading "Mischief in Patagonia" by H.W.Tilman. I know nothing of why this particular very remote landmass came to bear my name although I imagine it acquired the name sometime in the late 19th century from one of the crew of an exploration vessel. Its position is approximately 50.7 degrees south, 74.0 degrees west; it is located immediately east of Chatham Island which is indicated on most maps of the region.
To accompany this narrative there is a set of fifty photographs which can be seen at Patagonia de Chile.
