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Smokey's correct, full name is Smokey Bear. In the popular song "Smokey The Bear" written in 1952 by Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins a "the" was added to his name to keep the song's rhythm. This small change has caused confusion among Smokey fans ever since.
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The current increase in wildfires can be explained by four key factors:
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Past fire suppression policies, including one of "total suppression," which allowed for the excessive accumulation of plant undergrowth and other ground fuels. |
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Increasingly dry, hot weather. |
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Increased human activity in wilderness and wildland areas. |
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Increased development in the wildland/urban interface, or I-Zone. |
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| The Ad Council, USFS, and the NASF do not sell Smokey products. However, they do license Smokey's image to private firms. You can find a listing of all available licenses at the Smokey Bear Licensing Program website. |
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| Smokey only appears at large, public events. For more information, contact your local state forester. |
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