Facts
What is the other name given to Wildfires?
wild land fires
What force of nature starts a wildfire?
lightning
What kind of animal is Smokey
he is a black bear
Where shouldn't you build your campfire near?
plants, trees, or other flammable material
favorite campfire dessert
smores
Name three things needed for fires.
fuel, oxygen, heat
Name three things that make wild fires bigger
humidity/wind/temperature
What is Smokey Bear's slogan?
"Only YOU can prevent forest fires."
What material should you use to build a barrier around the fire?
rocks
popular meats for campfire
hot dogs, sausages
can oxygen increse forest fires
Yes
What percentage of wildfires are started by humans?
90%
What year was Smokey Bear created
1944
What objects should you always keep around you near a fire?
water and shovel
how to cook potatoes in a campfire
wrap them in foil
How much wind speed does a large fire generate?
120 mph
Name a natural cause that can start a wildfire.
Drought
why was Smokey Bear created
to educate the public about the dangers of forest fires
What should you always check for with your hand before leaving the campfire?
is the fire cold
what type of pans are good for campfire cooking
cast iron
special lightweight backpackers' pans
Which U.S. state do wildfires occur the most?
California
What two human activities start forest fires?
throwing a lit cigarette on the ground
not putting out a campfire properly
As of today, how old is Smokey Bear
he is 82
What should you always keep in mind during your camping trip?
the weather
how should we store leftover food after we eat?
inside a vehicle or a bearproof waste can