About us
Our Story
Established – 1977
Established in 1977, the North Bench Fire District has proudly served the residents and businesses of Boundary County for over four decades, embodying a commitment to community safety and resilience.
Our district spans more than 60 square miles, encompassing the areas north and west of Bonners Ferry and extending west of Moyie Springs. We are dedicated to ensuring that our community receives prompt and effective emergency services.
To maintain our high standards of preparedness, we conduct rigorous training sessions every Thursday evening at 6:00 PM at our Station 1, conveniently located by Three Mile Corner Store. These sessions are essential for honing our skills and ensuring that our team is ready to respond to any emergency situation.
Our mission is clear: we strive to preserve life and property, promote public safety, and foster economic growth. We achieve this through proactive leadership, strategic management, and a commitment to being a reliable all-risk life safety response provider for our community.

Our Team
Officers
Ken Baker
Fire Chief
Alan Hamilton
Deputy Fire Chief
Keanen Hurst
Lieutenant
Firefighters
Tristan Walker
Firefighter
Thomas Walker
Firefighter
Jesse Ensz
Firefighter
Nick Ege
Firefighter
Eric Kelly
Firefighter
Denver Jantz
Firefighter
Travis Tomulty
Firefighter
Dan Fuller
Firefighter / Engineer
Support/ Auxiliary
Joy Edwards
Board Secretary / Auxiliary
Rob Wentzel
Support
Kathy Wentzel
Support
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Can you see yourself with us?
We invite you to take a moment to join us at one of our upcoming meetings. Attend one—or perhaps even two—so you can meet our dedicated team, observe our training sessions, and gain a deeper understanding of how we operate and the vital services we provide. If you feel a connection or a sense of passion for our mission, we encourage you to reach out to us. Together, let’s explore the opportunity for you to become part of our department!
the equipment
Tender – 171 (AKA The Warthog)
2009 AM General refit 5 Ton recovery vehicle, with 6 X6 capabilities. 2600 gallon tank with pump and roll abilities.
Board of Directors
Jim Hill
President
Casey West
Vice President
Edna Runyan
Treasurer
Don Blockhan
Member
Aaron Rutherford
Member
Greg Mead
Member
Jack Douglas
Legal Counsel