Wharty Monster T-shirt
Artist Series – Zinger

Local Adirondack legends suggest that the Wharty Monster brings luck to anyone who can withstand its appearance and treat it with kindness. It’s considered a kind of grotesque guardian spirit of the streams, known to rescue lost hikers or lead animals to fresh water. Folklore warns that mocking its appearance may cause a reversal of fortune, as the creature is sensitive about its appearance. The Wharty Monster is rumored to enjoy singing (badly) at night, its raspy voice echoing across mountain valleys. Some locals leave offerings of soap or scented herbs near streams, believing the creature loves the smell but hates washing. Despite its foul stench, it is said to smell faintly of pine sap when happy.