Annie found a way to stand out from the crowd today…
Archives for July 2017
For Deborah and her Dad
Today’s day of sanctuary was sponsored by Deborah Bishop who shares this lovely message about today:
“For my birthday and in honour of my dear Dad who imparted a profound love of the natural world and all the creatures great and small with whom we share it. With gratitude to all of you who give your time, energy and commitment to this amazing sanctuary.”
Deborah, this is such a beautiful sponsorship and we are so happy to celebrate your birthday and your Dad with you! What a wonderful gift your Dad gave you to carry with you throughout life. He will be in our thoughts today. Thank you so much for including the chimpanzees in your special day and for helping to ensure their lives are full of all the good things. All of us wish you the happiest of birthdays!!
Annie and Foxie:
Annie and Missy:
Burrito and Jody:
Negra:
Jamie and Missy:
Just Scootin’
This morning while we cleaned, Burrito kept himself entertained by playing with a toy scooter that we just recently received from a supporter.
Vicky from Save the Chimps gave us the inspiration to try out the scooter at CSNW. If you haven’t done it yet, check out this amazing video that the Florida sanctuary posted.
Jamie and Her Squad
Jamie wrangled up some of her favorite human and non-human friends for a walk around Young’s Hill. Missy followed right behind Jamie while Foxie came for a hot minute and turned back. Jody had plans of her own today. While we all walked, Jody foraged for some plants. Check it out!
Jamie’s squad:
Jody enjoying her forage while Burrito fixes his hair:
Reflections
Mirrors (and front facing camera phones) are popular enrichment with the chimpanzees. This afternoon Jody took a moment to check up on her reflection (via caregiver cell phone) as she lounged in her nest.
Jamie’s style
You may have read past blog posts in which we’ve shared that we have daily calendars with themes for the chimps’ daily enrichment. The themes are things like “blue” day, “tea party” day, or “clothing” day. We don’t assume the chimps are aware of the themes, but they definitely help the humans think out of the box and keep things fresh. And we love that the chimps then have the choice to engage with (or ignore) their enrichment exactly as their interest and curiosity dictates at any given time.
Yesterday’s theme was “troll scarves.” Jamie in particular loves these and chose to wear one to lunch today. She definitely knows what works for her. She is such a strikingly beautiful chimpanzee woman.
Sundays Are For The Girls
Today is a mild 85º. The perfect day for a forage and napping!
Negra enjoying a forage on the hill today:
Jamie nesting with one of her favorite boots:
Annie in the greenhouse enjoying the weather:
