Oh Vermont, we feel bad for you already...

Proud, bearded men of Montana have summoned Vermont to a Beard Off, and Vermont has accepted the challenge. In fact, the original 'Most Interesting Man in the World' Jonathan Goldsmith accepted on behalf of the whiskered men of Vermont.

Recently, more than 100 residents took part in a contest to find the best beard in Vermont. The First annual 'Vermont Beardies' raised nearly $30,000 for Make-A-Wish Vermont, enough to grant three wishes for Vermont children facing critical illnesses. And while that's incredibly commendable, Montana men know they can do better, thus (in the 'let's get ready to rumble' voice) THE BEEEEAAAAARRRDDDD OFFFFF!

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