GRP 150-EDGE: On the Front Lines of the Rhino War in Africa
Episode description
My guest for this podcast is Nathan Edmondson, the co-founder and President of EDGE. Eco Defense Group (EDGE) plays a pivotal role in the counter-poaching Rhino war in Africa. Utilizing the skill sets of American Tier 1 Operators, they train and develop counter-poacher and Ranger units combatting poaching and illegal wildlife trafficking in coordination with the office of defense cooperation through the consulate general and other official channels in Africa.
The market for rhino horns in Southeast Asia drives criminal syndicates to increase their efforts in illegally killing rhinos. EDGE brings resources and opportunities to communities that are working to counter poaching. They are a 501c3 non-profit organization. We discussed the crime of poaching, what EDGE brings to the fight, and more. Enjoy.
If you are interested in learning more about EDGE, see the link below:
https://www.ecodefensegroup.org/donate
www.instagram.com/ecodefensegroup
John Hendricks:
www.instagram.com/globalreconpodcast
The episode introduction was a trailer for the film
"Stroop. Journey Into the Rhino Horn War"