Truth or Consequences, NM, May 8, 2017 ' For Immediate Release. It's spring time again and do you know what that means? Smokey Bear is out of hibernation and spreading his message about campfire safety and overall safe practices in the woods in Sierra County. He was recently spotted at the 2017 Fiesta Days Parade riding in the U.S.D.A. Forest Service's oldest fleet vehicle, a 1925 Dodge Brothers truck! Coupled with the Black Range Ranger District's engine and fire personnel, they were a crowd favorite with many smiles on kid's faces as Smokey rolled by!

Smokey is active during the spring and summer months in Sierra County. His next visit will be in Winston on June 3rd for their annual parade. Smokey's busy summer tour will wind down after a showing in the Elephant Days Parade in early September. You just never know, Smokey may be around for other cool and exciting events as well, and he always looks forward to seeing everyone who turns out. Remember, "Only you can prevent wildfires!" Smokey Bear.

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