Every year we have the great honor of celebrating Smokey Bear’s Birthday here at the Cradle of Forestry. Smokey is turning 78 this year and we are planning a big birthday bash! Come celebrate Smokey from 11am to 2pm. Enjoy fun activities, games, meeting Smokey Bear, music, and even march in a parade led by Smokey Bear himself!
Schedule
The event 11am to 2pm
– Activity and game stations open
Smokey Bear Meet & Greet- 12pm-1pm
-Sing Happy Birthday to Smokey
-Enjoy a birthday sweet treat
We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.