Kids & Family
Smokey Bear Calls For Letters From Rhode Island Kids
"Over the years, I've received thousands of letters from kids from every state in the nation, except for one!" the bear wrote on Facebook.
Smokey Bear hasn't been feeling the love from Rhode Island kids. On Sunday, America's favorite fire prevention mascot took to Facebook, saying that of all the letters he receives, none of them are from the Ocean State.
"Over the years, I've received thousands of letters from kids from every state in the nation, except for one!" reads a post on Facebook. "I'd love to change that. If you know someone who lives in Rhode Island, have them write me a letter."
Kids can send letters to: Smokey Bear, Washington, D.C. 20252.
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The beloved Smokey Bear mascot has been a symbol of forest fire prevention since 1944. His full history, along with fire prevention tips and activities for kids can be found on the Smokey Bear website.
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