- (of a person or their behavior) loudly vigorous and cheerful.
- (of a feeling or an opinion) heartfelt.
- (of a person) strong and healthy.
- (of food) wholesome and substantial.
- (of a person’s appetite) robust and healthy.
About
Hearty:
Welcome to Hearty Hiker!
We believe in the importance of experiencing the outdoors: breathing fresh air and basking in the beauty of the natural world. Our hope and mission is to offer our readers advice and inspiration to get outside and explore.
The Team
Kris
Hi, my name is Kris (aka Motown – my trail name given to me on my Appalachian Trail thru-hike). I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and have loved hiking my entire life. My wife and I currently live in Salt Lake City, UT and absolutely love the beauty here. I am a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Analytics. When I am not working with data, you will likely find me busting trail in the mountains. With my experience hiking and backpacking throughout the US and New Zealand, I hope to offer advice and inspiration for others to get outdoors.
Julia
Hi! I’m Julia. I am a doctor of physical therapy and native Iowan who fell in love with a Californian backpacker. We recently moved to Salt Lake City, UT to have greater access to the outdoor activities we love. When we are not working on the blog, you can find me hiking, running, baking, and crafting. As a movement specialist, my vision is to create an outlet that makes the outdoors more accessible and fun for everyone- not just the seasoned outdoorsman.
