The annual Fort Seward, Inc. wagon train is currently managed by seven board members, aided by part-time staff members.
President:
Has been a board member since 1995, and elected President at the start of the 2003 fiscal year. During the wagon train he serves as "Wagon Master". The position requires him to assist the board with the selection of wagons, teams of horses and the Teamsters (driver of the horse teams). During the wagon train his job is to help oversee to the care and well being of the wagons, horse teams and their drivers. Mr. Sprunk also serves as a covered wagon "Teamster" and works on committees as needed.
His comment of the wagon train: "It's a wonderful thing, a nice diversion from the regular daily routine."
Vice President: Keith Norman
Joining the board in 2005 and taking the office of V. President for the 2007 Fiscal Year. Keith accepted his board position with a heart felt desire to help keep the wagon wheels rolling. His insite will be very helpful to the Ft. Seward wagon train.
His comment about the wagon train: N/A
Secretary:
Has served as a non-board member "Recording Secretary" for several years. Became Board Member as of the 2005 fiscal year and will continue with the full Secretary postion. She handles jobs of recording minutes, office mailings and record keeping. Also serves during the wagon train as Assistant Trail Boss/Out Rider as well as several other jobs.
Treasurer:
Board member since 2003, taking on the Treasurer position as of 2005. Looking forward to serving Fort Seward, Inc. wherever needed. Has been on several of our wagon trains and is very familiar with how it works.
Board:
Joining the Board 2005, having been on several past wagon trains with several other family members. She puts a lot of her efforts into the promotion of the Fort Seward, Inc. wagon train. She is looking forward to having the wagon train continue on into the future.
Her comment about the wagon train: "I absolutely "died and went to Heaven" the summer of 1970 when I became a first time trail rider with the Fort Seward Wagon Train. I was 24 yrs old and the chaperon for my 16 yr. old sister, Linda (Tesky) Elhard. I decided then and there that I would go again when my family was old enough. In 1979 our youngest child was 4 yrs old and our family of 5 spent the next 13 years traveling with the Fort Seward Wagon Train. We have many wonderful memories and made many lasting friendships over the years. This year (2005) I plan to travel with the Fort Seward Wagon Train with my 3 grandchildren! I LOVE North Dakota! The earthy smell of it's rolling land, the glorious sight of it's sunsets & sunrises, the fragrance of it's prairie flowers, farmer's fields of growing crops, alfalfa, sweet clover, and crisp, fresh smell after a summer rainfall. This is the best way to experience North Dakota living!"
Board: Delno Kleinknecht
Has been involved with the Fort Seward wagon train since 1971 and has served on the board since 1973. He had served as an officer of the organization for several years. During the wagon train, his staff position is "Ramrod". His job is to make announcements to the participants, deal with the participants, their needs and safety. Manage the evening campfire activities and oversee the chuckwagon crew. He also serves as a wagon train "Outrider". An Outrider is usually mounted on horseback and assist other participants that are riding horseback and also helps the teamsters should a problem develope with a team of horses.
His comment about the wagon train: "It's like an adventure story from Little House on the Prairie. It's about family and the good of being together."
Director:
Joining the board in 2006, he has served as a wagon train convoy helper the two years prior to his board appointment. He has served on the board for other non-profit organizations, and knows many of the ins and outs necessary to help keep a non-profit group going.
His comment about the wagon train: N/A
Director:
Joining the board in 2006, she has been a wagon train regular since her teens. She is familar with many of necessary tasks to help keep the wagon train going down the trail and will be, like the rest of the board members, a valuable assit to the organization.
Her comment about the wagon train: N/A
Registrar:
Had joined as a non-board member and our official wagon train Registrar as of Feb. 2003. After learning the ropes of the job she has proven she can handle it, and looking forward to assisting Fort Seward, Inc. in the future, as needed in this job position.
Website Development Chairmen:
Served on the board from 1973 through 2004, having held positions of both Secretary and Treasurer during the time she served. Currently the Fort Seward, Inc. Chairmen of "Website Development". If you are experiencing dificulties with the website, please send her the URL of the page you are having problems with and explain the problem.
Her comments: "Please don't let this experience pass you by. If you are able bodied, this is a great family quality adventure that will give you a better appreciation for God, Country, your family, and the Pioneer families that built this Country."
Quilt Contest Chairmen:
Teresa will be our volunteer chairmen for our annual wagon train Quilt Contest. Those participants who have questions about the annual Quilt Contest and quilt should contact her.
Her comment about the wagon train: N/A
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