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News.bytes Extra, issue 490

Camp Smokey at the California State Fair

Every year thousands of families visit the California State Fair, and every year Camp Smokey, an interagency fire prevention exhibit, is a favorite among fairgoers. The display is so popular because it is both educational and enjoyable for the whole family. The display teaches children about fire prevention awareness and safety.

The Bureau of Land Management is a partner in Camp Smokey with the California Department of Forest and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and other federal, local and private cooperators. (text continues below)

animal puppets teach an audience of youngsters about fire safety
Woodsy Owl and forest friends entertain youngsters - -while teaching fire safety.

This year at Camp Smokey:

  • Campfire safety.
  • How to identify household fire hazards.
  • How to convey emergency information to a 911 operator.
  • Smokey Bear and his firesafe pal Woodsy Owl.
  • Fire survival strategies: "crawl low in smoke."
  • Fire engine display.
  • Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl puppet shows.
  • BE PREPARED (for all emergencies).

a fire engine and fire safe little cottage greet visitors to Camp Smokeya fire engine and fire safe cottage greet visitors to Camp Smokey
A fire engine and a fire-safe house greet visitors to Camp Smokey.

two boys explore a large red fire engine
Young visitors explore the large fire engine.

children and their parents speak to staff at the Camp Smokey Command Post booth
Young visitors record the fire-safe activities they have taken part in, to receive a prize.

a sign displays seals of 11 agencies and organizations that are partners in Camp Smokey
Agencies and groups who are partners in Camp Smokey.

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Last updated: 07-27-2011