Smokey is a curious little guy, obsessed with asking questions & learning everything he can about nature, backpacking, sailing, and fishing!
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Receive Text UpdatesSmokey says: 'The rivers and the trees because they are where all my favorite animals live! I also love foraging because nature always takes care of us and we need to take care of nature to.'
Smokey says: 'Owls because they are nocturnal and they help the cats with the mice. I love dissecting owl pellets I find under our oak trees. I love peregrine falcons to because they are the fastest bird on the planet so those are my real favorite. Also praying mantis because they are super good at hunting to'!
Smokey says: 'Camping and backpacking and hiking and fishing and learning about animals and nature and also whittling sticks and foraging. I love foraging. I like making a campfire with my brother and my dad. I am safe just like Smokey bear.'
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