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Celebrate with Smokey as he turns 75.
Celebrate with Smokey as he turns 75. (Photo: Samantha Yadron)

Our Favorite Gear for Smokey Bear’s 75th Anniversary

This gear is fire

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Celebrate with Smokey as he turns 75.
(Photo: Samantha Yadron)

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The Forest Service’s turns 75 this month, and fire safety is more important now than ever. These Smokey-themed products are perfect for short adventures by day and sitting around a well-tended campfire by night. Just remember to put it dead out when you’re done—it’s what Smokey would want.

Osprey Smokey Bear Edition DaylitePack ($60)

(Maren Larsen)

’s got a limited-edition makeover with an illustration and Smokey graphic. The vented back panel, bladder sleeve, two side mesh stuff pockets, and organizational zip pocket will get you fired up to explore the outdoors.


Chaco xthe Landmark Project Men’s Z/2 Classic Sandals ($130) and Only You Hat ($32)

(Maren Larsen)

Keep your paws fresh and your snout shaded with and .The shoes arethe comfy andversatile Chacos you know and love:durable enough to hike in, with grippytread forall your water adventures. A variety of new fire-safety-inspired prints make the straps pop in styles for men, women, and kids. Go all-in with a matching hat—the adjustable back strap shows off the print.


Chaco Dog Leash ($20) and Collar ($15)

(Maren Larsen)

Keep Sparkyclose with and that feature reflective thread and sturdy plastic buckles. The six-foot leash can also be worn around the waist for hands-free walking, and the set is machine-washable for when she rolls in something not so nice.


Filson by Pendleton Smokey Bear Blanket ($375)

(Maren Larsen)

is everything you’d expect from iconic blanket brand Pendleton. Its wool-cotton blend is snuggly and stylish—too warm to test properly during a New Mexico summer, but when the nights get cooler, it will be ourhibernation go-to.


Filson Smokey Bear Camp Shirt ($85)

(Maren Larsen)

Spruce up your fireside looks with this that’s made of100 percent cotton andfeatures some of the bear’s bravest forest-saving moments. In a dirt-hiding olive gray with precisely matched patterns, it looksclassy away from the campsite, too.

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