So how exactly did Smokey Bear become the symbol of fire prevention? The Smokey Bear cartoon and public service ad first appeared in 1944 as part of a larger wildfire prevention program during ...

Smokey Bear is known to generations who grew up hearing "Only you can prevent forest fires." Here's more on Smokey's history.

Smokey Bear was born in the imagination of artist Albert Staehle. Other animals considered were a raccoon, woodpecker, squirrel and woodchuck.

Smokey Bear, the beloved National Park Service mascot, celebrated his 81st birthday on August 9th. Here's the hidden history of America's favorite bear.