Guy Urban Hardy (April 4, 1872 – January 26, 1947) was a U.S. Representative from Colorado for fourteen years.

The Guy U. Hardy award was established to recognize individuals who preserve, protect, and advocate for outdoor recreational opportunities.

[4][3] Appointed to the post by President William McKinley,[1] he was postmaster of Cañon City from June 5, 1900, to July 30, 1904.

[1] During the years he served in Congress, he was recognized by his colleagues as a fine gentleman, of excellent character, and high ability.

at the University of Michigan in 1898, after which she taught Latin and English at the Cañon City High School.

Hardy had a significant impact on outdoor recreational opportunities in the Royal Gorge area.