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Goat Alliance Team

RMGA Board

The activities of the RMGA are guided by the board of directors. The RMGA board is comprised of volunteers spread across Canada and the United States who are passionate about mountain goats.

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Though their interests in goats may vary, the work of the board is without doubt, all about the goats.

Marvin is a British Columbia bred and raised lover of all things mountains and began the goat fetish as a child when he cracked open “Big Game Animals of North America” by Jack O’Connor. Five decades later Marvin still dreams, thinks and pursues goats more than all other animals combined with a focus on sharing gnarly goat habitat and close encounter goat experiences with those who do not have these tenacious and majestic creatures in their backyards. As an avid hunter Marvin believes that we are entrusted to ensure the well being of healthy mountain goat populations in a world that is rapidly changing. While increased access into the backcountry and development may have its benefits, the long-term effects can displace goats from their prime habitat to a lesser quality habitat and needs to be highly considered. Through ongoing education and real life experiences in mountain goat sex identification, hunters can greatly assist in maintaining healthy populations for the next generation. While Marvin spent most of his life in Northern BC, he currently resides in the southern part of the province with his wife and three children. By day (including some evenings) he works as a civil engineer and leads a team of 70 in the areas of land development, engineering and sustainability. His desire is to be a support and mentor to others both in the office and in the mountains. Marvin is excited to be part of the RMGA Team that has a diverse skill set with a shared vision towards mountain goats. He has been a long-time member with the Wild Sheep Society of BC as well as the Wildlife Records Club of BC.

Marvin Kwiatkowski

Chair - British Columbia

marvin@goatalliance.org

With both parents holding careers as teachers, Greg spent summers carrying camera equipment for his dad and gaining an appreciation for wild things and wild places. That appreciation has continued to grow through his own adventures and travels. Greg has always loved the high elevations and the unique wildlife that lives there. Greg volunteered on his first survey with RMGA in 2017 and discovered that the Alliance had a unique way to involving the public. This involvement has led to him loving being an RMGA member and part of the Board. Greg lives in Eastern South Dakota with his family who loves the outdoors just as much has he does. In their spare time Greg and his family are living out of their camper overlooking the bluffs of the Missouri River or trying to keep up with Greg as he checks in on the eastern most mountain goat herd located in the Black Hills.

Greg Van Den Berg

Treasuer - South Dakota

greg@goatalliance.org

Carrie is a lifelong Alaskan and avid hunter and outdoors person. She has a passion and motivation to explore the alpine and everything in it, her favorite being the Rocky Mountain Goat. Carrie is fortunate to live in a region of Alaska where goats are thriving and to watch them in their natural environment is only a thirty-minute drive from home. Carrie has written articles for the California Wild Sheep Foundation and Bear Hunting Magazine, and have written letters to both hunting organizations and USA government agencies in search of clarification, guidance and support for all hunters.

Carrie Kegler

Director - Alaska

carrie@goatalliance.org

Mike has an Environmental Science degree with a major in land reclamation that has him employed as an environmental consultant in the oil and gas industry. Mountain Goats have always held a special place in his heart and epitomize toughness and mountain hunting. Mike is from Alberta and with the lack of tags in the province, he has seen that programs like goat ID help educate hunters in making judgment decisions and helping to educate about why we do not want to kill a nanny. Mike has a passionate thirst for conservation, research and habitat work for wildlife which has him starting to work towards gaining my conservation biology degree.

Mike Keeley

Vice-chair - Alberta

mike@goatalliance.org

Charlie grew up in a small town in western North Dakota. From a small age he tagged along as much as possible with his dad to hunt pheasants, grouse and deer. This is where his love for hunting and the outdoors began. When he wasn’t working for his dad or playing sports, he was out chasing birds with his dog and looking for deer. When he turned 17, he joined the North Dakota National Guard and retired after 20 years of service and several deployments. He acquired an Electrical Engineering Degree from North Dakota State University and moved to Minot, ND to work for Prairie Engineering, P.C. designing electrical and low voltage systems for buildings. He just passed the 24 year mark with the company this past May. He has two daughters that he adores and keeps him busy. His oldest daughter just passed her hunters safety this past spring and he is excited to take her hunting this fall. After retiring from the military in 2015, thus freeing up time, he began to venture out and explore other hunting adventures and places. His first out of state hunt was in 2017 for Elk. Since then, he has been to several states and provinces to hunt Mountain Goat, Mountain Lion, Bison, Caribou, Dall Sheep, Black Bear, Polar Bear, Wolf, Muskox, Elk, Deer & Antelope. He even had a chance to travel to South Africa for a safari where he took several beautiful animals. He has been a life member of the RMGA and the WSF since 2018. He is also a life member of SCI, DSC, RMEF and several WSF chapters and Affiliates. Since 2012 he has been actively involved in a local sportsmen club in his area, where he has been past president and vice president. Currently he on his 3rd term as Secretary for that organization. Charlie is excited by the mission of the RMGA and the shared passion of its members and leadership.

Charlie Monson

Director - North Dakota

charles@goatalliance.org

My introduction to hunting began with bird hunting at a young age, but it wasn’t until my early 20s—on a wilderness deer hunt with a few fire crew coworkers, and while enrolled in an “Introduction to North American Wildlife” course at my local community college—that I truly began to understand the deeper role hunters play in conservation. That course was taught by a lifelong hunter and conservationist, and it helped me connect the dots between field experience and the broader North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. I came to see hunters not only as participants, but as stewards, watchdogs, and key financial supporters of conservation. Since then, I’ve tried to do my part to ensure future generations have the same opportunities I’ve been privileged to enjoy. I believe hunting remains one of our most important tools for wildlife management. In an era of growing challenges for wildlife, I feel a responsibility to speak up for sound science-based management, giving back to the resource that has given me so much. I’m a lifelong Oregonian, born and raised in Bend. After high school, I spent a decade as a seasonal wildland firefighter with the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, and Bureau of Land Management. During that time, I earned my Associate of Science in Forestry Management from Central Oregon Community College. I later spent a year living and working in New Zealand, where I saw firsthand how hunting is used in different conservation models, deepening my respect for its value as a biological and management tool. After returning to Oregon, I completed a Bachelor of Science in Material and Product Design with a minor in Business Management from the University of Oregon. Following graduation, I began working with Dillinger River Outfitters in Alaska and launched my own photography and video production business. Today, I continue to operate that business full-time, working with some of the leading brands and voices in the hunting and outdoor industries. I now live in Lostine, Oregon, where I spend my free time hunting, backpacking, reading, making meals with my incredible girlfriend, and occasionally sneaking off to the Oregon Coast for a surf. I’m a life member of the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance, the Wild Sheep Foundation, and Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. I’m also a proud supporter of the Wildland Firefighter Foundation and the Surfrider Foundation.

Sean Powell

Director - Oregon

sean@goatalliance.org

Adam currently lives in Skagway, Alaska where he is am raising his two sons with his wife, Kaylie. Adam works for the local municipality as a water and waste water operator. He's a self-proclaimed blue-collar dad with a love for all things related to mountain hunting; mountain goats just so happen to be at the forefront of that list for him!He is the RMGA regional representative for SE Alaska. Adam has been heavily involved with conservation minded local mountain goat regulation changes and he is an active member on the local state fish and game advisory board. He also volunteers as a Hunter Education and Bowhunter Education Instructor for the State of Alaska. Adam enjoys passing on his passion for conservation and hunting to the next generation.

Adam Smith

Secretary - Alaska

adam@goatalliance.org

Paul is a lifelong Alaskan and an avid bowhunter, backcountry skier and general mountain lover for his entire life. In the winter he guides backcountry skiing. He has worked on multiple personal conservation projects and education efforts through the Alaska Chapter of Backcountry Hunter's and Anglers and the National Wildlife Federation and continue to be in contact regularly with local Alaska Department of Fish and Game Biologists. Paul has actively worked hard to educate himself on all issues affecting local sheep and goat populations. His other job is a physician (MD) up at the hospital in Kotzebue, Alaska in the northwest arctic. Paul has been involved in multiple research projects and understands how to research and read scientific literature. Paul has also been involved with the RMGA as a Regional Representative and tried to be as active as possible.

Paul Forward

Director - Alaska

paul@goatalliance.org

Michael Surbey, based in Abbotsford, British Columbia, operates a small business consulting firm. Michael holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a double major in finance, & general business and a Diploma of Technology in financial management, specializing in corporate finance. His skills include operations management, sales, financial management, customer service, business strategy, and non-profit management. He brings experience from his previous work in conservation, consumer packaged goods, financial management, and professional sports. Michael has always had a passion for everything outdoors, but hunting gives him the most gratification. This passion has driven him to contribute to wildlife conservation in North America. He joined the RMGA board in 2023.

Mike Surbey

Director - British Columbia

surbey@goatalliance.org

Regional Representatives

RMGA engages regional representatives who volunteer to connect with local parties interested in mountain goat management and conservation. They bring forward regional issues to the science and conservation committee for review and consideration before engaging the board of directors.

 

If you are interested in volunteering as a regional representative, please contact us.

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Adam Smith

Alaska

adam@goatalliance.org

Matt Jones

British Columbia - Skeena/North

matt@goatalliance.org

Chuck Middleton

Idaho

chuck@goatalliance.org

Mandy Ensrud

South Dakota

mandy@goatalliance.org

Paul Forward

Alaska

paul@goatalliance.org

Jeff Agostinho

British Columbia - South Coast

jeffagostinho@gmail.com

Wendy Dodd

Montana

whimburg@hotmail.com

Braydon Nichols

Washington

braydon@goatalliance.org

Mike Keeley

Alberta

mike@goatalliance.org

Cole Birdsey

Colorado - South

cole@goatalliance.org

Hunter Johnstone

NW Montana/N Idaho

hjohn44@gmail.com

Jaden Bales

Wyoming

jaden@huntwest.net

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Operations Coordinator

Stacy Berry, BSc

operations@goatalliance.org

Fundraising Coordinator

Kendrick Chittock

sponsorship@goatalliance.org

Science & Conservation Committee

The Science and Conservation Committee is comprised of a variety of subject matter experts that specialize in mountain goat management and research. They all volunteer their time to contribute to the mission of the RMGA.

Steve Gordon

British Columbia

Co-chair

Julie Cunningham

Montana

Committee member

Daria Martchenko

Quebec

Committee member

Kevin White

Alaska

Co-chair

Hollie Miyasaki

Idaho

Committee member

Greg Van Den Berg

South Dakota

Board Representative

Rich Harris

Washington/Montana

Committee Member

Bill Jex

British Columbia

Committee member

Kevin Hurley

Idaho

Committee member

Grant Funds

Projects Funded

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Members

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