Paula Grieef
About Paula Grieef
Paula Grieef serves as the Resident Naturalist at Ducks Unlimited Canada, a position she has held since 1998. With a strong background in ecology and zoology, she has contributed significantly to bird conservation and education through various initiatives and programs.
Work at Ducks Unlimited Canada
Paula Grieef has served as the Resident Naturalist at Ducks Unlimited Canada since 1998. In this role, she coordinates various wildlife surveys, including bird counts and a songbird banding program at the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre. She also manages the leased land at the centre in collaboration with Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Province of Manitoba. Grieef is responsible for employee training and delivers Natural History workshops to both staff and the public, enhancing the educational outreach of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Paula Grieef holds a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and a Master's degree in Zoology, both from the University of Manitoba. She completed her undergraduate studies from 1988 to 1992 and her graduate studies from 1992 to 1995. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in ecological and zoological principles, which she applies in her work as a naturalist and educator.
Background
Grieef began her career in avian research by starting the Delta Marsh Bird Observatory in 1995, where she currently serves on the board of directors. She has extensive experience in bird monitoring, having volunteered for Christmas Bird Counts and Breeding Bird Surveys for over 20 years. Additionally, she holds a Master Banding Permit and has been banding songbirds for 28 years, showcasing her commitment to avian conservation.
Achievements
Paula Grieef has played a significant role in avian research and conservation in Manitoba. She coordinated the Manitoba Breeding Bird Atlas for Region 3 (the Red River Valley), where she helped launch the project and managed volunteer efforts for five years. Furthermore, she is involved in the Manitoba Important Bird Area program as a member of the steering committee, contributing to the identification and conservation of critical bird habitats.