Georgia  Forestry
C o m m i s s i o n
  Protecting and Conserving Georgia's Forests

 

Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention Program*    Smokey Bear website

A Smokey Bear wildfire prevention program is available for kindergarten – third grade students and public events that do not conflict with the national guidelines.

Programs are available by appointment to groups of 100 or more.*  To schedule a Smokey Bear program contact your local GFC County Ranger.

* Please be aware a Smokey Bear program can be cancelled at a last minute notice due to fire.  

Guidelines for Smokey Bear programs

 

  • Smokey Bear must be allowed to promote a fire prevention message.  Wildfire prevention is Smokey's ONLY message.

 

  • Smokey Bear cannot promote or endorse a commercial product or a private business.

 

  • Smokey's image is friendly and dignified. Smokey does not play games, race, dance, etc.

 

  • Smokey Bear must have a uniformed escort from either the Georgia Forestry Commission or the U.S.D. A. Forest Service.

 

  • All speaking presentations are given by a uniformed escort.

 

  • Smokey Bear appearances are limited to 10 - 20 minute segments. During hot weather, segments may be shorter.

 

  • Smokey will not be allowed to walk extensively.

 

  • Sponsors must provide an adequate, private dressing area for Smokey & escort.

 

  • Only official artwork depicting Smokey Bear may be used in promoting an appearance.