In the spirit of Adirondack Guide “Old Mountain” Phelps the Chapman Museum in Glens Falls will hold a “Wild Whiskers Beard Contest, an evening of Beards & Beers”, on Thursday, March 26, from 6-8 pm at Davidson Bros. Brewery, 1043 Rout 9, in Queensbury.

Prizes will be Awarded in Four Categories: Mountain Man (Natural Full Beard), Dapper Gent (Groomed Full Beard), Maverick (Partial Beard, Mustache, Sideburns), and Hoaxer (Fake Beard).  The fee to enter the contest is $10.  Attendees will be able to vote for “Best Beard.”

Contestants should register in advance by going to chapmanmuseum.org and selecting the “Wild Whiskers” link to download the Registration Form.  The completed form, entry fee and a self portrait should be submitted to: Chapman Museum, 348 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or emailed to: director@chapmanmuseum.org.

Admission to the Event is free.  Beverage will be available for purchase and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.  Brewery tours will be $5.  Proceeds will benefit the Chapman Museum.

For  more information go to www.chapmanmuseum.org or call (518) 793-2826.