Baker City 2nd Graders Learn Fire Safety from Smokey Bear

Smokey Bear visits Brooklyn Primary School to teach students about wildfire prevention.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:07pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring multiple repeating images of Smokey Bear's face in a grid pattern, using bright neon colors and high-contrast black outlines to capture the mascot's iconic presence in a contemporary visual style.Smokey Bear's famous face takes on a modern pop art style, reflecting the iconic mascot's role in educating young students about wildfire prevention.Baker City Today

Students at Brooklyn Primary School in Baker City, Oregon recently received a visit from Smokey Bear, the U.S. Forest Service's iconic fire prevention mascot. Smokey Bear led an interactive lesson with the second grade class, teaching them about fire safety and how to prevent wildfires, including how to properly use a fire hose.

Why it matters

As Baker City prepares for a potentially active fire season, educating young students on fire prevention is crucial. Smokey Bear's visit helps reinforce important safety lessons and empowers kids to be proactive about wildfire awareness in their community.

The details

During his visit, Smokey Bear taught the second graders how to turn on a fire hose and emphasized the importance of never playing with matches, lighters, or other flammable items. He encouraged the students to tell a grown-up if they ever find these dangerous materials, and to speak up if they see younger children mishandling them.

  • Smokey Bear visited the second grade class at Brooklyn Primary School recently.

The players

Smokey Bear

The U.S. Forest Service's iconic fire prevention mascot and spokesperson.

Brooklyn Primary School

An elementary school located in Baker City, Oregon.

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What they’re saying

“Smokey's friends never play with matches, lighters, lighter fluid or other flammable liquids. If you find any of these items, tell a grownup where they are. If you see younger children playing with them, tell them to stop, and then tell a grownup. Kids who help prevent wildfires deserve a Smokey Bear High Five.”

— Smokey Bear

The takeaway

Educating young students on fire safety and prevention is a crucial step in preparing Baker City's community for the upcoming fire season. Smokey Bear's visit to Brooklyn Primary School demonstrates the importance of empowering kids to be proactive about wildfire awareness and safety.