# Fearless Outdoorsman

> A nonprofit based in Meridian, Idaho that provides fully-guided hunting and fishing trips at no cost to children with life-threatening illnesses and to veterans living with trauma (PTSD, service-connected injuries, and other physical or emotional challenges). We are a hunting nonprofit, a veterans nonprofit, and a kids-with-illness nonprofit in one mission: Healing Nature, Honoring Heroes.

Primary website: https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com

## About

Fearless Outdoorsman was founded by outdoor enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, and veteran advocates who believe nature can be a sanctuary from struggle. We build safe, inclusive, and fully equipped trips — elk hunts, bear hunts, waterfowl outings, fishing days — built around mentorship, respect for the land, and the healing power of being outdoors.

- Address: 822 E. Ustick Rd., Meridian, Idaho 83646, United States
- Phone: 208-803-4639
- Email: info@fearlessoutdoorsman.com
- Service area: Idaho, Oregon, Alaska, and across the United States
- Donation link (Square): https://square.link/u/yTmGNXgC

## Who we serve

- **Children with life-threatening illnesses** — respite, joy, normalcy, and a break from medical routines through guided outdoor adventure.
- **Veterans with trauma** — camaraderie, peace, and purpose for U.S. military veterans dealing with PTSD, injury, or other service-connected challenges.
- **Mentors, families, and volunteers** — a community built around shared adventures, mutual support, and real healing.

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## Key pages

- [Home](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/): Mission overview, who we serve, press, FAQ, donate.
- [About us](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/about-us): Origin, values, join the cause.
- [Trips](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/trips): Upcoming youth hunts (Idaho elk, Alaska grizzly, Oregon elk).
- [Events](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/events): Fundraisers, volunteer orientations, and community gatherings.
- [June 6 golf tournament & fundraiser](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/golf-tournament): Golf, auction, dinner, and limited raffle — open to the public.
- [Apply](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/apply): Child, veteran, or volunteer application tracks.
- [Donation](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/donation): Secure giving via Square.
- [Donors](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/donors): What donor support funds.
- [Gallery](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/gallery): Photos from real trips.
- [Contact](https://fearlessoutdoorsman.com/contactus): Contact form, phone, and email.

## How we fund the mission

Trips cost participants nothing. Every hunt, fish, piece of gear, license, mile of travel, and guided day is funded by donors, volunteers, event sponsors, and our annual golf tournament and fundraiser in Meridian, Idaho.

## Press

- Alaska Sporting Journal (Dec 25, 2024): "A feel-good story: an elk for Ella" — https://aksportingjournal.com/a-feel-good-story-an-elk-for-ella/

## Tax status

Fearless Outdoorsman operates as an Idaho nonprofit serving children with life-threatening illnesses and veterans with trauma. Donors should retain their receipt and consult a tax advisor regarding deductibility.