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Archives for August 30, 2015

Rainy day activities

August 30, 2015 by Keri

Today’s forecast called for rain and cooler temperatures, so we thought about what sorts of rainy day activities we could set up for the chimpanzees. The enrichment theme for the day was Fort Day, which seemed more than appropriate, so staff and volunteer caregiver Lizz set about building forts in the Greenhouse and Playroom with blankets.

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Jody is usually the one to take the forts apart in order to gather blankets for her nest, which is exactly what she did.
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Jamie took it upon herself to find the perfect rainy day activity in one of the Front Rooms. Notice the boot and magazines within her nest.
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Grooming is another perfect rainy day activity.
Jody
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But, it didn’t take long before the weather changed. Instead of more rain, the skies cleared up and the sun came out. So much for rainy day activities; the chimps moved on to foraging and spending time on Young’s Hill instead.

Burrito
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Foxie
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Jamie
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Don’t forget to check out the Summer Biddin’ online auction, which ends on September 1st. Bid on your favorite items and donate to help us exceed our fundraising goal!!

Filed Under: Burrito, Enrichment, Foxie, Jamie, Jody Tagged With: Burrito, Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest, Enrichment, Foxie, Jamie, Jody, Nesting, young's hill

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