Dr Vicky Myers

Vicky was born in Salisbury and her family have lived in, or close to, the New Forest for most of their lives. After completing a BSc in Oceanography, she spent three years in Etosha National Park, Namibia, carrying out research projects.  This included a field study of habitat utilisation of a group of white rhinos and appraisal of the status of the species across the country. Her research resulted in a PhD in conservation biology.  Since 1999 she has been working as a Ranger in the New Forest, she has gained a comprehensive understanding of conservation and management issues on crown land.  She continues to appreciate the uniqueness of the New Forest through her role supervising the Forestry Commission’s Volunteer Ranger Service.  Vicky is the Deputy Chairman of the NPA.

National Park Authority Committees and Panels

Planning Development Control Committee
Sustainable Development Fund (Chairman)
Standards Committee (Deputy Member)

Represents Authority on following external organisations

North Solent Shoreline Management Plan – Elected Members’ Group
RMS Steering Group (Chairman)
South East England Protected Landscapes Liaison meeting

Involvement with external organisations (other than through Authority)

Forestry Commission
New Forest Association