Missouri Department of Conservation
09/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/26/2024 10:42
MDC hosts 80th Birthday Bash for Smokey Bear in Kirksville Oct. 12
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Maddie Fennewald
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09/26/2024
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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Conservation invites the public to celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th birthday in Kirksville on Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Truman State University Quad. This free event will have activities for participants of all ages.
Participants are invited to try their hand at archery, snap some photos with Smokey, explore various emergency vehicles courtesy of many MDC partners, and more. Visitors will also be able to design their own iron-on transfer t-shirt to commemorate the day.
Registration for this event is not required. Questions about the birthday bash can be sent to Yvette Amerman at 660-785-2420 or by email at [email protected].