• Charles A. Geertz (Chuck), President
  Chuck is a native of Muscatine, Iowa; he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps 1974 as an Infantryman. Attended basic training at MCRD, San Diego, Ca. he attended Infantry School at Camp Pendleton, Ca. and then was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He was honorably discharged in 1976. He enlisted into the Iowa Army National Guard, 224th Engineers in 1987 and then enlisted into the US Army in January 1989. He was stationed at Fort Bragg, N.C., where he was deployed to Panama for “Just Cause” and then was deployed again to Saudi Arabia for “Operation Desert Shield/Storm”. He took an assignment in Germany for three years and then returned to Ft. Benning until he was discharged in 1996. In 1997 he enlisted into the Iowa Army National Guard and accepted a position in the Active Guard and Reserve (AGR) program until he retired in 2009.
  
  While with the Iowa Army National Guard, he served five years as a Recruiter and also served as a Readiness NCO. During his time as a Readiness NCO he also served as a Casualty Assistance Officer for five fallen soldiers.
  
  Chuck is married to Robin Geertz and has two children, and three grandchildren; Tyson which is a Recruiter for the Iowa Army National Guard, and Nicole who is a Registered Nurse. Tyson and Nicole are both residing in Iowa.
  
  His service schools include the Marine Corp Infantry School, Army Combat Engineer Course, Combat Lifesaver Course, Commercial and Residential Wiring Course, Advance Non-Commissioned Officers Course, and the US Army Combative Instructors Course.
  
  His awards and badges include: 3 – Meritorious Service Medals, 3 -Army Commendation Medals, 7 -Army Achievement Medals, 5 – Army Good Conduct Medals, 1 – Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, 2 – National Defense Service Medals, 1-Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the South West Asia Service Medal w/ 2 Bronze Stars, 1 -Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 2 – Humanitarian Service Medals, 1 -Overseas Ribbon, the Kuwait Liberation Medal and several Certificate of Achievements.
  
  Marksmanship Qualifications: Rifle Expert, w/Grenade bar
  
   
• Robert (Bobby) Briggs, Vice President
  Bobby is a native of Keokuk, Iowa; he enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard, 224th Engineer BN, on September 23, 1991 as an equipment operator. He was activated for flood duty of 1993 and in 1995 he started working with the Iowa Counter Drug Force out of Camp Dodge, Iowa. In October 2004, his unit was activated for OIF and Bobby deployed to Iraq.
  
  On April 16th, 2005 some in-sergeants launched 3 rocket propelled IEDs into his Forward Operating Base (FOB). Two of the IED’s hit their intended target and one missed, the one that missed hit less than ten feet from Bobby and two of his buddies, Bobby received numerous injuries to his head and left side of his body. Bobby is still recovering from these injuries. Bobby was medically retired after 17 years of military service. He is on a quest to never be defeated, having fun and trying to help as many veterans as he can.
  
  He has received the following awards; 1 -Purple Heart, 2 -Army Commendation Medals, 3 -Iowa Commendations Medals, 1 -Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and 1 -Expeditionary Medal.
  
  He has been married to his wife Michelle since November 1994 he has two children, Ashlea 9yrs old and Cody 5yrs old. They are both vey active in sports and school activities.
  
   
• Cyle R Geertz (Sarge), Secretary
  Cyle is the younger brother of Chuck and also a native of Muscatine. He enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard as a High School Senior in September of 1985. He served with the 224th Engineers from 1985 thru 1995. During that time he served as a Combat Engineer Squad Leader and deployed during Desert Shield/Storm to Germany. He has served his 19 of his 23 years in the recruiting and retention field in an Active Guard and Reserve status (AGR). Cyle has held positions from Production Recruiter thru State Recruiting Sergeant Major. He is currently preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan, were he will work with the Afghan National Army to further develop their recruiting programs. Cyle is married to Lee Geertz of 18 years and has 3 children, one currently serving in the Iowa National Guard. During his service he has dealt with many soldiers that are in need of some support, some just need an ear to listen or a place to relax and enjoy some down time. Cyle is confident that the English River Outfitters Resort can provide this much needed support. Understanding it is not the end to all solutions, however it will provide a great place for our Veterans and Patriots to begin a healing process. Cyle is very proud of the work that he, Chuck and Karen have started and looks forward to spending time with our Veterans.
  
   
• Karen Fisher, Treasurer
  Karen Fisher was married to SGT Paul Fisher for 14 years, until his tragic death in Iraq in November 2003. Karen has stayed active in the North Liberty American Legion and is a member of the VFW Lady’s Auxiliary; she has been affiliated with many military organizations for the past 20 years. Karen has spent the last 5 years since her husband’s death lending her support to the many organizations that assist our military families.
  
  Karen is a General Contractor and has been in the home building business for 8 years; a business she and SGT Fisher had started prior to his deployment to Iraq.
  
  SGT Fisher had served in the Army from 1982 until he joined the Iowa Army National Guard; he had a combined service of 19 years in the military.
  
  She is proud to be associated with Chuck and Cyle and is excited to see English River Outfitters become a reality and look forward to all the men and women of the military that will benefit from this organization.
  
   
• Aaron W. Olson, Board Member
  Aaron is a native of Washington, Iowa where he grew up and became an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He graduated Washington High School in 1993 and joined the United States Army. Aaron attended US. Army Basic training and Infantry schools at Ft. Benning, GA were he earned an Honor Graduate award in D Company 2 BN 58th INF. He has been stationed in Ft. Benning, GA, Ft. Hood, TX, and Camp Hovey, Korea.
  
  Aaron left the Army in 1996 and pursued jobs in his local community as a Volunteer Firefighter, Washington County Rescue member, Jailer, and a Reserve Deputy for the Washington County Sheriff. He spent 5 years in Law Enforcement in the City of Washington. He has been an Over the road truck driver until September 11, 2001.
  
  Aaron felt a strong call to duty and joined the Iowa Army National Guard. He served with C Company 1BN 168th INF 34th INF Division in Iowa City, IA. Aaron then joined the 224th Engineer BN and was deployed for Operation Iraqi freedom in October of 2004 and returned in December 2005.
  
  Aaron is dedicated to his community and helping Veterans of all eras and has been involved in many fundraisers and events honoring our State and Nations Vets. His hobbies include archery, fishing, and hiking, riding his Harley, and spending time with his wonderful kids, family, and friends.
   

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