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Redside Foundation Inc

Redside Foundation Inc

Boise, Idaho

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Our Mission

To Support and Strengthen the Professional Outdoor Guiding Community. We do this through education, training, and support services including the provision of confidential access to mental and physical healthcare and substance abuse counseling for guides in need. Over the past few years, the Redside has: Provided over 100 training grants to professional courses such as wilderness medicine and swiftwater rescue courses. Awarded 21 $1000 educational scholarships to guides attending either the University of Idaho (Telly Evans Memorial Scholarship) or any accredited school or university within the US (Idaho Guide Scholarship). Maintained the Guide Helpline - a free

Who We Are

The Redside Foundation, founded in 2010, was created in loving memory of longtime Idaho Guide Telly Evans (1974-2010). Telly was a dedicated Middle Fork of the Salmon guide, a legendary interpreter of the wilderness, and a compassionate friend to all. Sadly, behind his generous smile and unyielding passion, Telly hid a pain that would eventually steal him from the river and friends he loved. The Redside Foundation strives to foster his spirit in others by protecting the health and well-being of the guiding community. The Redside Foundation was inspired by Telly’s love of life and the work of the Whale Foundation to serve the health and well-being of guides. The Whale Foundation was inspired by the life of Curtis “Whale” Hansen, a long-time Colorado River Guide and native of Hazelton, Idaho. The legends of Whale and the stories of Telly are remarkably similar – the sudden, tragic loss of a valued friend and community member without sign or warning. Why The Redside Foundation? There are three distinct reasons we chose the name “Redside” for this Foundation: 1) Redside is an infamous rapid on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River – one of Telly’s favorites despite the nervousness it generates, 2) Redside conjures up images of the majestic native sockeye salmon on its life-fulfilling journey to the heart of central Idaho, and 3) No one will ever forget Telly’s enormous red beard and token chops.

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www.redsidefoundation.org

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info@redsidefoundation.org

Tax-Exempt ID (EIN)

27-4362737

Location

PO Box 8734Boise, ID 83707 USA, Boise, Idaho, United States of America

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