Whooo turns 50 today? Woodsy Owl, of course!

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Woodsy Owl, the beloved owl icon for environmental conservation for the USDA Forest Service, was officially introduced on Sept. 15, 1971. He is most famous for the motto “Give a hoot! Don’t pollute!” While Woodsy Owl was designed as a mentor and inspiration for children, providing them with information and advice to help them appreciate nature, his message is more relevant today than ever, and to an even wider audience.

The 50th birthday of Woodsy Owl is an opportunity to reignite love for this iconic character. Even more important is the opportunity to raise awareness of Woodsy’s mission and deliver a message of conservation education to the entire country. Celebrating Woody’s 50th gives us the chance to share this important message within the United States and around the world—that we must appreciate and take care of nature and our earth. Join the year-long birthday celebration from June 5, 2021, to June 5, 2022.

Employees from across the agency are wishing Woodsy a happy birthday. Watch some of the videos on YouTube (here and here) and below:

Happy Birthday Woodsy!

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