January 7th, 2009
It takes a strong man (or a very drunk one) to begin a beard-growing contest in August. That is just what a group of NYC bartenders from the likes of Death & Company, PDT, Little Branch and Milk & Honey did, growing from August to January. Sort of to Bearduary what the Winter Leagues are to Major League Baseball. Unsurprisingly 12 of the original 20 dropped out after attempting to go through in itchy phase during a heat wave. The remaining 8 met on Dec. 30 for the final face-off, which included bearded competitive eating and beard dipping. More details and a photo set of the beards in action are here.
January 7th, 2009
As seen tonight on your locally syndicated episode of Family Guy, Peter Griffin has joined in the Bearduary festivities. He’s sporting some decent growth! 
January 6th, 2009
There is a guy going crazy in Utah, robbing banks and credit unions. His disguise is a fake beard. How dare he soil the reputation of facial hair. Here is a link to a TV report on the latest victim. It is a “Magazine/DVD Store” I do like that the reporter claims that the perp “came in through the back door”. Ha! How fitting.
January 5th, 2009
http://www.beardcareproducts.com/
Just recently we received a great package from Beard Care Products, including Beard Shampoos, Conditioners, Waxes and Combs. As many of you know we are about to enter the “itch” phase of Bearduary, a conditioner could be invaluable during this week, the products have tested very well (though we consider the wax to be a little too greasy) and as we at Bearduary have always advocated beard maintenance, if you like, this is a great source to check out. Oh, and thanks for the samples, they have been much appreciated!
January 5th, 2009
Original Bearduary Member John Capone has reminded NBC of our Television appearance last winter.
You can once again watch some of our favorite all time members get the big shave! Thanks for the season kick-off announcement!
January 5th, 2009
Our chapter leader in Colorado just sent this in.
For all of us that love beards and rock n’roll this is a winning combination! & bonus point for stickering toilet paper dispensers!
January 5th, 2009
Valleywag has a story about the state of Steve Job’s health. Included in this story is an image of his past beard. I don’t remember when he was bearded for a keynote, but it is a pretty impressive beard. As a mac devotee I hope he gets better. Check out the beard.
January 3rd, 2009
Portland Monthly has a fun Illustrated history of the trendsetters of facial hair, originating in the Pacific Northwest. Sasquatch, Bill Walton, and Sam Beam to name a few. Here is the link. Some of the geography is off, but the illustrations, by Thomas Cobb, are really nice. The end slide stating “It was poorly researched.” has me forgiving him already.
January 2nd, 2009
Found this image on Jason Kottke’s blog. Pretty funny. HERE IS A LINK TO THE POST.
January 1st, 2009
For those of you that are about to join us for Bearduary; but are worried about participating because you work at a place of employment where facial hair may not be embraced as it is here (Hey, the company I work for didn’t allow ANY facial hair up until 2004), here are some tips:
1. New Year’s weekend is a good time to start. You may have this whole week off or at least don’t have to go back to the grind until 1/5 and you will have at least 4 days of growth to walk back into work with rather than looking like you didn’t shave that morning. (It is always good to start a beard to coincide with a vacation or holiday for the extra growth time)
2. Make certain you know the ground rules and company policy about facial hair-some companies may not allow a full beard; but will allow a goatee or mustache.
3. At all times, make sure the beard is well groomed. Get yourself a nice grooming kit or razor/clippers. If you make a mistake with the clippers or razor, try to fix it as best you can; but you may have to cut back some growth to be able to save the beard and still look respectable for your employer.
4. Don’t be ashamed of your beard. If you are asked at work if you forgot to shave, reply that no-you are growing a beard (goatee or mustache as the case may be). Talk it up and let people know about Bearduary.com. If you are participating in the charity arm of Bearduary this year, make sure you let people know that as well.
5. Have fun. If you need support, come here and you will get it from all of your brothers of the beard.