Movers and Shakers of WBMC 2009

A few of the people who made the Championships a draw and all are champions in their own right and achievements.

World Beard Champion beard hiested and on the lamb!

The radio station is in a panic! The beard is gone and they cannot figure out why someone would take it. I started laughing and it helped them feel better as I put it, “It adds mystique to the legend of the braided beard”. They are still looking at this time.  If at anytime you see the World Champion Beard do not approach it directly. If found simply call KWHL as soon as possible.

World Beard and Moustache 2009 gets another second of fame!

"EXTREME COMPETITIONS"

This show takes a look at all sorts of unusual competitions, from the World Series of Beer Pong in Las Vegas to the World Beard and Moustache Championships in Anchorage, Alaska. Tonight's episode focuses on the Spivey's Corner Hollering Contest, which occurs every summer in nearby Sampson County. It attracts people from all over and remains a must-see event for those intrigued by the hog-calling competition. 8 p.m. Travel Channel

Way too cool and justly deserved

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WBMC 2009 after the dust cleared

Here's an interesting perspective from the 2009 WBMC. What is sad is everyone really wants the same thing, but to a select some, they would have it be left up to people who may or may not attend any future championships, but uses the collective cloak to portray it as we. This is where the Southcentral Alaska Beard and Moustache Club decided it was time to part ways. In our case it was a group decision and its what makes us a stronger club. Here's the facts to do it right, you need one of two things - An organization of dedicated people-i.e a "Club" or someone with allot of cash they want to throw away. It can also be done for several purposes charity or profit and neither are a bad way to go either. We chose charity.

Why is being a part of the WBMA so easy, let us show you.

South Central Alaska Beard and

Moustache Club

Here's a clip of where it started

SPLITTINGHAIRSMOVIE.COM - Alternate Trailer

Established Bylaws 1)At no time will this club collect dues 2)Each member is required to have participated in the Mr. Fur Face competition. 3)Elections are held at Mr. Fur Face for Top three positions. 4)Votes are by voice only. 5)Each member has one vote. In matters concerning the wbma one representative will cast our vote. Our main focus is to promote friendship and respect as well as support to local charities through the Miner's and Trappers Ball, where we hold the annual Mr. Fur Face competition. Women are welcome, but only in an associated, non-voting status. Meetings: Formal meetings are held four to six times a year (members are spread out across Alaska), with informal gatherings throughout the year. Government Registration: Since no money is required to belong and any events that deals with money are routed through the Miners & Trappers Inc which is a listed charity, we are not required to do so at this time. Annual General Meeting: Main gathering- Held each year at Mr. Fur Face competition. Membership Fee: We keep expenses to a minimum and do not require a membership fee. WBMA_club_statement.doc. as submited to the wbma 1. When was your club formed- February 2003Miners & Trappers Ball 2. Name of executive committee members. Elections are as follows - To be each year at the Miners & Trappers ball by voice vote. President ­ Bob Gengler- Vice-President- David Traver Secretary- Open at this time Treasurer-None required Other- Robert C- Ambassador at large southern Alaska, George H- Ambassador at large northern Alaska 3. WBMA contact person: scakbmc@yahoo.com and we will contact you asap. Email address for public knowledge- scakbmc@yahoo.com and telephone number for public/members- 907-279-2553 4. Number of members- 48+ 5. Is your club registered with your government- Not required 6. Has your club established bylaws- Yes If so, they can be forwarded for members only knowledge -Not needed since we have posted them here. 7. Do you have regular meetings- Yes If so when do you hold these meetings or special events Two to three in spring and in the fall depending of fishing or hunting seasons (Fact) Someone may want to join you if they are in your area. Just email us and we will respond. 8. In how many world competitions have you or your members competed- total of (5)out of 9 9. Do club members intend to compete in future world competitions Yes 10. Has your club organized competitions in the past-Of course If so which competition- The great Mr. Fur Face competition -58 years old. 11. Does your club have specific goals - To have fun and support the Miners & Trappers Ball which has given us a wonderful venue to meet and compete in fun and friendship. Hosting future competitions or supporting charities may be examples you would like to include. Do you just enjoy the friendship among those with facial hair- Indeed we welcome both Full beard - Partial beards- and Moustaches , even right down to the soul patch. 12. What language or languages are read and spoken by your club- German, Norwegian Spanish and some Italian. 13. Do you have a website that you would like others to see- http://www.geocities.com/scakbmc/ If so please supply the address and the webmaster for link exchange. 14. Is your club interested in helping others to form a club -Only if in Alaska. If so what is the contact point- scakbmc@yahoo.com 15. Other information you would like to include. We welcome all styles beards, moustaches and any partial beard in the Southcentral Alaska Beard & Moustache club. All are welcome to enjoy our home and friendship in respect and good will. Let it be known that all are welcome whether you belong to a club or like alot of Alaskans hold fast to the independent spirit so famous to our way of life here in Alaska - We welcome you in the in brotherhood and respect. Below is what the WBMA uses to define a club: Proposed Definition of a Club Minimum of ten registered members. Executive board consisting of president, vice president and secretary/treasurer. Established bylaws stating the purpose of the club, the executive structure, member descriptions including qualification, fees and meeting structures. Regular meetings a minimum of four times per year. Registration with the government where it is required, naming the board members and announcing changes in the president and bylaws. Annual general meeting with election of officers. Membership fee. For a club to qualify as a member of the WBMA, that club must submit a “club statement” and meet four of the seven items listed above. Notice To All - Southcentral Alaska Beard & Moustache Club reserves the right to recognize any club, group and federation not meeting the above definiton in the spirit of expanding participation. Let it be know that the Southcentral Alaska Beard & Moustache Club welcomes anyone who wants to participate in events that we post or promote, Be you independent or a member in the spirit of the "Great Land" deeply rooted in our way of life here in Alaska- We welcome you all in brotherhood and respect. We welcome your ideas and suggestions SCAKBMC. *Please send all emails regarding Rules and Bylaws to David or Bob at: scakbmc@yahoo.com

World Beard and Moustache 2009 Reflection

It is final. Full Beard Freestyle is the standard bearer
over all facial hair of the WBMC 2009!

Some have tried to diminish this category's luster by saying
we should celebrate the painter and not the canvas.
One would be valid in countering that very weak
argument with, "Don't we also celebrate the architect
as well as the builder of a great building?"

I designed my beard style and spent hours planning its'
construction. If you consider the creativity necessary
to break into the top three, let alone win this category,
you cannot deny the artistry involved. It was a great
collaborative effort, more than anyone will know. As the
architect, I designed a detailed blue print for the incredible
skill of my stylist to bring to life. Yes, we do celebrate
the artist, as well as their works...and artistry is what it
takes to design and build a great freestyle beard and moustache.

To talk down the category is an insult to fellow competitors who
have paved the way in this competition. I greatly respect all
my competitors, even those who may denigrate other categories than
the one in which they participate. Everyone is entitled to their
opinion. This, however, is a flawed point of view and only diminishes
the competition as a whole.

It is the freestyle category that draws people to the event!

Since this has been brought up in recent interviews, I am compelled
to rebut those statements. I feel it is important to put my credentials
up for review, should anyone doubt my foundation to speak on what I
see as counterproductive slams at other categories.

World Beard and Moustache Championships
WBMC 2009 - 1st place Overall - World Champion
WBMC 2009 - 1st place Full Beard Freestyle- World Champion
WBMC 2007 - 3rd place Full Beard with Styled Moustache
WBMC 2003 - 3rd place Overall
WBMC 2003 - 1st place Full Beard Natural - World Champion

Alaska State Beard Championships
2009 - 1st place Ptarmigan Category (our version of freestyle)
2008 - 1st place Brown Bear Category (brown beards)
2007 - Overall State Champion, aka Mr. Fur Face
2007 - 1st place Brown Bear Category
2006 - Overall State Champion, aka Mr. Fur Face
2006 - 1st place Brown Bear Category
2004 - Overall State Champion, aka Mr. Fur Face
2004 - 1st place Brown Bear Category
2003 - 1st place Brown Bear Category
2001 - 1st Place Brown Bear Category
2000 - Overall State Champion, aka Mr. Fur Face
2000 - 1st place Brown Bear Category
I think that says it all.

Let it not be lost that I have great admiration for
all my fellow competitors and its okay to disagree.

Respectfully,

David Traver -Over All Beard and Moustache Champion of the World when it comes to whiskers -There is no other!