Scientific Exploration Society’s ‘Explorer of the Year 2021’, Chaz Powell.

Chaz Powell walked Africa’s wildest rivers from source to sea in the battle against wildlife crime.

Chaz is an Explorer, Expedition Leader, Survival Guide, and Ranger with over 20 years of experience in exploring and hiking the globe.

His project, ‘The Wildest Journey,’ aims to raise awareness for wildlife conservation and anti-poaching by walking the length of Africa’s wildest rivers.

Through exploration, Chaz hopes to preserve Africa’s wildlife and wild lands for future generations by highlighting the devastating impact of wildlife crimes such as poaching.

Chaz shared about:

• What inspired him to start his global travels and expeditions?
• What was the biggest challenge he faced during his journeys?
• Surviving near-death experiences during ‘The Wildest Journey’.