Smokey Bear - Wikipedia
By 1952, because Smokey Bear had attracted considerable commercial interest, the United States Congress passed the Smokey Bear Act to remove the character from the public domain and place it under the control of the United States Secretary of Agriculture.

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For more than 80 years, Smokey Bear has taught generations of Americans about the importance of wildfire prevention. His powerful message, “Only you can prevent wildfires,” is at the heart of the longest-running public service announcement (PSA) campaign in U.S. history.

Smokey Bear - US Forest Service
Smokey Bear appearance requests can be submitted online. Review the Smokey Bear Costume Use Guidelines (PDF, 712 KB) for requirements for costume wearers and handlers.

Smokey’s Story | Smokey Bear
In the 1950s, when an orphan bear cub with severe burns was rescued from a wildfire, he became the living symbol of Smokey Bear. His story further inspired Americans to do their part in preventing wildfires and protecting our nation's beautiful wildlands.

Smokey Bear turns 80 this year. Did he help prevent forest fires?
Smokey Bear, the beloved park ranger hat-wearing black bear who utters these famous words has undergone a complicated evolution. And his birthday comes as fires rage in California, Colorado and...

Smokey Bear | History, Real, Song, Confusion over Name, & Facts ...
Smokey Bear, an official mascot of the USDA Forest Service, created in 1944 as part of a national campaign to educate campers and others on forest fire prevention and safety; it is the longest-running public service advertising campaign in U.S. history.

A Brief History of Smokey Bear, the Forest Service's Legendary Mascot
The character of Smokey Bear first appeared in 1944. Illustration by Corey Schumann. Last year, the deadliest wildfire season in state history swept across California. More than 8

Happy Birthday, Smokey Bear! - US Forest Service
First appearing on a wildfire prevention poster in August of 1944, Smokey Bear quickly became an iconic image to help the public understand the importance of preventing wildfire.

Smokey Bear turns 80. Celebrate with 8 fun facts. - USA TODAY
Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more! As Smokey Bear turns 80 on Friday, here are eight other fun facts about the iconic bear.

Smokey Bear - Forest History Society
In the spring of 1950, a bear cub was rescued from a fire in the Capitan Mountains of New Mexico, treated for his burns, and then transported to Washington, DC, to serve as the living symbol of Smokey Bear at the National Zoo.