This lesson introduces students to the many factors that play a role in creating a forest-fire danger rating index.

Created in 1944, the Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention campaign is the longest-running public service advertising campaign in U.S. history, educating generations of Americans about their role in preventing wildfires.

You’ll find activities, games, and learn a lot about protecting the forest. Have fun!

Learn why it‘s important to protect our forests and grasslands.

Pick, click, print and color a Smokey scene.

Star with Smokey in an exciting story.

Understanding important ways to help prevent wildfires.

Find out how Smokey has helped prevent wildfires since 1944.

Only you can prevent wildfires, and here’s how! While at home or on camping trips, follow these important safety tips.

It’s important for the safety of your home and nearby wildlands to learn how to use and maintain outdoor equipment and vehicles in ways that prevent sparking a wildfire.

Help protect your home and stop the spread of wildland fires by following these eight steps.

Learn before you burn. When burning yard waste and debris, follow these important steps.