Explore Smokey Bear’s History
Since 1944, Smokey’s been working hard to inspire Americans to prevent wildfires. Follow his history here through memorabilia and print, radio and TV messages.
Painted Matches
Painted Matches
You're Among Friends
City Tree
Happy 40th Birthday
Man Discovered Fire
Ray Charles
Being Careless with Fire...
We've Always Wondered...
Do Trees Think?
