The phrase "Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires" is indelibly linked to Smokey Bear, one of the most enduring symbols of public service campaigns in the United States. Originating in 1944 as a collaboration between the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters, the Smokey Bear campaign aimed to prevent wildfires by raising awareness and encouraging responsible behavior when it came to fire safety.
The original phrase was tweaked in 2001 to "Only You Can Prevent Wildfires." This change wasn't just cosmetic; it was intentional and nuanced. The term "forest fires" was limited in its scope, focusing only on wooded areas. However, wildfires can occur in various landscapes, including grasslands, scrublands, and more. By changing the term to "wildfires," the campaign broadened its reach and relevance, encapsulating all forms of uncontrolled fires that could be prevented by human intervention.
Super soft tri-blend poly/cotton/rayon (50/25/25) tee. Designed in Michigan by The Mitten State. Assembled in USA.
This shirt ran very small . I did return it and asked for an exchange . I did get notice you received the shirt but I have never received the shirt to be exchanged . Would love some communication.
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William Hobbs
Love these T-shirts
We’ve purchased about a dozen shirts from The Mitten State. Always satisfied with the quality of materials, fit, and designs. Especially love the Smokey the Bear shirts.
A perfect mix of comfort and simplicity. These classic athletic throwback tees feel as good as they look!
Mitten State patch on the left sleeve, just like the old standards of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Our most versatile tee- pair it with jeans or layer it under your favorite long sleeve shirt.
Super soft tri-blend poly/cotton/rayon (50/25/25). Heather Yellow:Super soft heathered cotton/poly (60/40) tee.
Designed in Michigan by The Mitten State. Assembled in USA.
You really have to search my closet for a shirt that DOESN'T have a Mitten State logo on the sleeve. And discovering that I could buy plain tees as well? C'mon now! These shirts are the GOAT!
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Nicholas Terranova
THE CLASSIC (UNISEX)
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Steven
Great Shirt
Will buy again in other colors.
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Joshua Sidor
Shirts are good, stiching came loose on one of them the first time I wore it. Not sure how the shipping times are so long
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Anonymous
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These are the softest most comfy tshirts I own. The fabric and fit are perfect
Ope/əʊp/ (Interjection): The way a Michigander acknowledges another person or thing that they have encountered.
Ope! Sorry I bumped into you! Ope, we both grabbed for the door at the same time. Ope! I missed my bus!
You know you’re from the Midwest if each time you almost close a door on someone, miss setting the hook on a fish, drop change at the register, bump into someone at Meijer and instead of saying sorry we say ope!
So, don’t be sorry and let this design do the talking for you, Ope!
Super soft tri-blend poly/cotton/rayon (50/25/25) tee. Designed in Michigan by The Mitten State. Assembled in USA.