Because most people who start smoking are younger than 18 years of age, intervening during adolescents is critical.  Community programs and school based policies are part of a comprehensive effort to create tobacco free social norms.

School based activities

Governing Youth Council (GYC)

The Bear River Governing Youth Council consists of students, ages 6th-12th grade, who meet monthly to plan and coordinate alcohol, tobacco, and drug prevention activities for their school and community.  Click here for list of events.

Community Based Activities

Retailer Education

The Bear River Health Department offers training and certification to businesses that sell tobacco. This program assists businesses in training their employees in tobacco sales in an effort to prevent underage sales.  The training is a free service and can help reduce a fine in the event a store does sell tobacco to a minor. For more information on this program call 435-792-6510.