NGC Poster Contest Sticker

Since 1961, the U.S. Forest Service and the National Garden Clubs, Inc. have worked together to sponsor an annual poster contest that reaches elementary children throughout the United States. The contest helps promote Smokey Bear and his fire prevention message “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires” and Woodsy Owl and his conservation message “Lend a Hand – Care for the Land”. 1st through 5th grade students are invited to demonstrate through original drawings of Smokey Bear or Woodsy Owl their understanding of fire prevention and basic environmental conservation principles. Garden Clubs can provide the participates with an of the Certificates of Participation.

2025 NGC Poster Contest Announcement

Meet Smokey Bear and some of the people who work with him to prevent human-caused wildfires! Maximum order quantity is 100. If you need additional copies they can be ordered for free from the Natural Inquirer webpage - https://naturalinquirer.org/product/meet-smokey-bears-team-vol-1-no-12/

2025 NGC Poster Contest Information