​​Myrna Pearman
​​I was born and raised in Rimbey, Alberta and joined the Red Deer River Naturalists while attending Red Deer College (Polytechnic). Over the years I have held several positions, including President, Vice-President, Speaker Committee Chair and Newsletter Editor. I was also involved in the original Habitat Steward program. After a 33-year career with Ellis Bird Farm, and following a visit to a beautiful protected area near Stettler, I was inspired to launch Nature Central and to relaunch the Habitat Steward Program.

I am an enthusiastic nature photographer, writer, kayaker and backroads rambler who enjoys sharing my love of nature through social media and on my website (www.myrnapearman.com).

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Abbey Van Heuvel (Nature Central Coordinator)
I am the NC Coordinator for the Red Deer River Naturalists and previously served as the Naturalist-in-Residence for Nature Central. Originally from Rimbey, Alberta, I recently graduated from Red Deer Polytechnic with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences.
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I am currently pursuing a career as a field wildlife biologist, with experience studying sea turtles in Costa Rica and assisting with research on mountain bluebirds and black bears in central Alberta. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, fishing, birdwatching, kayaking, nature journaling and photography.

As the NC Coordinator this season, I aim to lead outdoor activities, update property information, reactivate our social media, and promote a greater appreciation for protected areas within our community.