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Thompson-Varnson Seamboat Award

This award is presented annually by the Red River Joint Water Resource District, recognizes outstanding service in managing water resources in the Red River watershed. Named in honor of Robert Thompson and Ben Varnson, the award celebrates their dedication and the pioneering spirit of those who navigated the Red River by steamboat. 

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2025 Recipient - Randy Gjestvang

​This year’s recipient is Randy Gjestvang.  After 41 years of exceptional service as the Red River Basin Engineer, Mr. Gjestvang has retired. His decades of guidance, leadership, and dedication have made a lasting impact
​on all who have had the pleasure of working with him.




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2024 Recipient - Josh Ihry

​The 2024 recipient is Chairman Josh Ihry, a dedicated leader
​and long-time member of the Red River Joint Water Resource District. His commitment to effective water management and his leadership have been essential to ​the  district's success.


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Red River Joint Water Resource District
1201 Main Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
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