Board of Directors & Staff

Meet the Team

The South Dakota Parks and Wildlife Foundation brings together conservationists, wildlife enthusiasts, public officials and private citizens to enhance South Dakota’s natural resources.

Pat Wys

President

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“Contributing to the betterment of and appreciation of South Dakota’s great outdoors.”

Kathryn Anderson

Vice President

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“Being able to assist in making the outdoor experience accessible for everyone.”

Kristina Coby

Foundation Director

What do you love about the Foundation’s mission?

“It's an honor to support the outdoor heritage of South Dakota. It’s something that is paramount to its people.”

Jon Soderholm

Treasurer

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“The Foundation lets me give back to South Dakota for the many years I have spent in the outdoors.”

Spencer Hawley

Immediate Past President

What does serving on the Foundation board mean to you?

“It’s been very satisfying to see the projects the Foundation has completed, from the Custer State Park Visitor Center to the Outdoor Campus Expansion.”

Bob Paulson

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“It’s an opportunity to make permanent improvements and additions to our special places that all can enjoy.”

Jeff Scherschligt

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“I love parks, conservation, South Dakota, and kids. The SDPWF combines all those aspects – and we can and have made a difference as an organization”

Jeff Stingley

Board Member

What does serving on the Foundation board mean to you?

“It means preserving outdoor activities and memories for South Dakotans, starting with our boys and their children.”

Jim Spies

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

"Being part of a great group of dedicated people working to improve the wonderful outdoor recreational experience in South Dakota."

Sarah Larson

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“Supporting our wonderful South Dakota parks and outdoor activities for all.”

Kevin Nyberg

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“Growing the Foundation through awareness with the intent to make outdoor recreational opportunities in South Dakota even better for future generations.”

Rollie Noem

Board Member

What does serving on the Foundation board mean to you?

“To be in the position of helping to safeguard our outdoor heritage for our grandchildren and generations to follow is both a responsibility and a privilege.”

Steve Peterson

Board Member

What’s your favorite part of serving on the board?

“It’s a chance to raise money to better outdoor experiences in South Dakota.”

Tom Weaver

Board Member

What does serving on the board mean to you?

"It brings me back to many summers camping along the Missouri River. I want to help keep our recreational areas top notch for others to enjoy.”

Laura Mitchell

Board Member

What does serving on the board mean to you?

"I love helping uplift the great work of the SD GF&P. By raising funds to create a better outdoor experience for all, we can continue to make great places happen in our state."

Elli Thurston

Board Member

What does serving on the board mean to you?

“It means so much helping beautify the incredible parks and wildlife in South Dakota. Historical preservation, conservation efforts, getting people involved – I love it all.”

Kevin Robling

Board Member

What does serving on the board mean to you?

“I absolutely love surrounding myself with like-minded people that have a true passion for the outdoors. People that want to make a positive difference and leave a legacy of service.”

Bruce Cull

Board Member

What does serving on the board mean to you?

“I’ve always believed in giving back to the things we enjoy…The perpetuation of all things outdoors and SDPWF is near and dear to me and I will do all I can to assist with its vision.”

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