Meet Smokey Bear, learn about wildland firefighters and participate in a fun quiz show at the Stanislaus National Forest Lake Alpine Amphitheater on Sunday, August 16th from 7- 8 p.m.

The Lake Alpine Amphitheater is located at the Marmot Picnic Area, off Highway 4, at Lake Alpine.  Attendees are encouraged to dress warm and bring a flashlight.

Come and celebrate Smokey Bear’s 70th birthday. Learn about wildland firefighters, and hear fire line tales. Participate in an interactive quiz game and test your fire prevention knowledge. Winners of the game will be awarded special “Smokey” prizes.

Interpreter Patrick Karnahan will share Smokey’s story- from Smokey’s start as a burned bear cub to becoming a wildfire prevention national icon. Guests will have the opportunity to learn Smokey songs, followed by a Smokey guest appearance.

This event is sponsored by Three Forest Interpretive Association and the U.S. Forest Service.

For more information, please contact the Calaveras Ranger Station at 209-795-1381.