Meet Our Summer Staff!
It’s summer and the national and provincial parks are open to the public! People are excited to get outside, enjoy what nature has to offer and go on some well-needed adventures.
To aid CPAWS NB in our mission to protect our environment and educate the public about natural spaces, we have brought on two summer students to help run our outreach programs. Corrine Donovan and Meriet (Gray) Miller are thrilled to share with you why they care so much about conservation in our province!
What makes you passionate about conservation and wilderness in New Brunswick?
Gray – No matter where I go or live, I will always care about the land around me. Every ecosystem and environment are unique, and as a New Brunswicker I feel it is my duty to protect our ecosystem.
Corrine – I was born and raised in New Brunswick. I grew up going camping, hiking and going on adventures around the province. Knowing the hidden beauties of the province, I have been interested in what opportunities are offered to help preserve and restore the wilderness around us. It is important to me that the environment we love is protected.
What do you love about working with CPAWS NB?
Gray – I love having the opportunity to interact and educate young families and children about the importance of environmental conservation. The more we can educate the future generations and people about the importance of conservation, the easier it will be to push policies makers to protect our forests and ocean.
Corrine – I’ve always had an interest in working for an organization that focuses on the conservation and restoration of New Brunswick; specifically, as I’ve always wanted my home province to be recognized for its unique environment. Helping promote and educate the public about not being afraid to interact with nature but also giving them a better understanding of how to go about it is very important for future generations. Working with CPAWS NB is an amazing opportunity for me as the organization is filled with passionate, motivated and positive people that all have the goal to make New Brunswick’s wilderness better and brighter.
What are your plans for school/work after your work period with CPAWS NB?
Gray – After I am done working for CPAWS I am going into my 4th year of Biology at UNB Fredericton. I am hoping to study Ecology and use the knowledge I gained at CPAWS to help establish pollinator habitat around the campus.
Corrine – I am entering my final year of Environmental Technology at New Brunswick Community College this coming fall semester. My goal is to enter the workforce after graduation as an Environmental Technologist; however, I am considering going to University for Natural Resources after a number of years in the field. My ultimate goal is to go into the conservation and restoration career field as a Technologist to help preserve and/or restore the environment of Canada.
How do you like to get out and enjoy New Brunswick’s nature?
Gray – I love the hidden beauty of New Brunswick’s nature, from our many waterfalls to our vast diversity of wildflowers.
Corrine – I frequently go to the provincial and national parks for camping and hiking. I try to make it a goal to visit as many times as possible in each season. Part of my education and career is to enter the wilderness as well, so it works well for my need to be outside and for my studies/career.
