TOUGH TALK - JUNE MAGAZINE CARTOON

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Comment by Paul Combs on June 24, 2011 at 2:14pm

Totally agree, Chief - gentleman Smokey is not getting the job done. I imagine our new Smokey would have a chip on his shoulder, a Clint Eastwood snarl and tough cowboy demeanor. Perhaps we should throw in a little Chuck Norris for the repeat offenders!!

Comment by Art "Chief Reason" Goodrich on June 22, 2011 at 9:23am

Not exactly in a "Winnie-the-Pooh" kind of mood, are we?

So, when a national park puts a ban on campfires and campers start one anyway; then how is it an "accident" if it gets out of control?

My point is that there should be severe consequences for those who are responsible for being irresponsible with fire of any kind.

Look at what these "accidents" have cost in terms of LODDs.

Not to mention what it has cost property owners and taxpayers.

And the millions of acres in natural habitat for our wildlife.

I agree; it's time to get tough with the fire setters; accidental or not.

Tough Smokey would make a great tattoo.

Comment by Mike France on June 17, 2011 at 9:13pm

Great one Paul

Comment by Paul Combs on June 17, 2011 at 6:30pm

Thanks, Chief! And regarding where my brain is, let's not go there - it's a very, very, very, strange place:)

Comment by John K. Murphy on June 17, 2011 at 6:09pm

Your brain must be a weird and magical place - how do you think of these illustrations. Another great job - If only that would be the Poster for Smokey’s replacement. Nice work

Comment by Paul Combs on June 17, 2011 at 3:46pm

LOL! I agree, Jeff. However, Bobby may agree with your notion, but would probably bulk at the gory imagery that I'd inevitably draw. Dismemberment can be an ugly mess, regardless of how appropriate:)