Don't Poke the Bear! The Sequel

 

Good Evening Everyone!
After relentlessly scouring the interweebs searching for stories that may be of interest to you I have found one that you might enjoy.

We actually have a twofer to get you through the weekend. Our first story comes out your favorite state and mine, Florida! I really do like this State it has given me much entertainment and joy!
A Florida Man (hehehe) has been arrested by no other than Smoke the Bear himself.
It would seem that this enterprising (though not to smart) ne'er-do-well thought it would be a good idea to travel the state stealing iconic Smokey the Bear signs from various parks and selling them on Facebook Marketplace. Looks like it didn't work out too well for him. Florida Man what would we do without you?

Now it just so happens that Smokey the Bear turns 81 Today. For those not familiar Smoke the Bear is the mascot for the American Forestry Service ad campaign to prevent forest fires cause by tourist in American Parks.

Anyone in America who grew up during the age of Broadcast TV will never forget Smokey's iconic image. It was everywhere: 

In PSA's by the Forestry Service.
Kid's Cartoon Series
Magazine ads
He even made it to the cover of Newsweek
Billboards and Roadside Signs
And of course he is found at every major park

All with a simple message: "Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires"

Happy Birthday Smokey and everyone enjoy your weekend!

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