WASHINGTON, D.C.—This year, Smokey Bear celebrates his 80th birthday. You can help by voting for the national grand prize winner in the 2024 Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl poster contest.

Select among the five options using this form.

Voting is open through May 17.

Use the following criteria for selecting your favorite poster:

• Must include Smokey's prevention message: "Only You Can Prevent Wildfires."

• Should encourage children to prevent wildfires.

• Has a bold and simple design.

• Easily understood message delivered both in the picture and in text.

Posters should be judged on originality, design, slogan, artwork and overall message effectiveness. Vote now!

The National Garden Clubs has sponsored the poster contest every year since 1959.