The Redside Foundation

Supporting the Health and Strength of the Professional Outdoor Guiding Community. Currently serving the guides of Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado.

If you are an ID, MT, WY, or CO guide or know one needing mental health care or substance use disorder care, please call or text the Guide Helpline: (208)740-1192

Leave a message with your contact information, and our case manager/licensed counselor will respond within 48 hours. You are eligible for up to eight sessions with a provider in your area or via telehealth. Concerned outfitters/employers may also use this resource.

Cost-free and confidential

This service is available thanks to our generous donors and supporters.  

If you or someone close to you needs immediate assistance, please call or text 988 from any phone to connect with the National Suicide and Crisis Helpline.

The Redside Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission of supporting the health and strength of the professional outdoor guiding community. Redside pursues this mission through a focus on guide health, education/professional development, and community building.

Photo: Nate Wilson