"Only you can prevent wildfires!"
Smokey Bear's iconic motto has resonated strongly in New Jersey for years. Now, with the nation's most famous bear turning 75 years old on Aug, 9, The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is having a big birthday bash for him, on Aug. 10 in Jersey City.
The rain-or-shine event is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Liberty State Park, Department of Environmental Protection spokeswoman Caryn Shinske said. The family-oriented event will be filled with children's activities, which are free. Parking is $7 per carload.