Shared celebrations and hockey rivalries give way to ‘Buy Canadian’ labels as International Falls and Fort Frances face an ...

With these words by Leonard G. Carpenter, president of American Forest Products Industries, Inc., a giant statue of Smokey Bear was unveiled at International Fails on the afternoon of October 13.

TEXAS, USA — For over 80 years, Smokey Bear has been the face of wildfire prevention, and as a symbol to remind campers and outdoor enthusiasts alike, that only they can prevent wildfires.

INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn.—This Northern Minnesota town is famous for its giant Smokey Bear statue, its cold weather and a cheeky nickname—“Icebox of the Nation.” Less well-known is that ...