Patoka Lake will host a celebration for Smokey Bear's birthday Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Patoka Lake Nature Center.
The Orange County Southeast Township Volunteer Fire Department will give a presentation on fire safety, including a demonstration of the Jaws of Life, at 11 a.m. There will also be opportunities to take pictures with Smokey, play games, and make a special craft to take home.
The entrance fee of $7 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $9 for out-of-state vehicles is required for the Newton Stewart State Recreation Area, located north of Wickliffe on State Road 164.
Patoka Lake (on.IN.gov/patokalake) is at 3084 N. Dillard Road, Birdseye.
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