We officially got the first significant snow fall last night! All the caregivers arrived to work surprised to see this so early in the year when only two or three weeks ago temperatures were in the 80s. Young’s Hill is beautifully covered by snow, but the chimps in Jamie’s group did not find it amusing, probably because it has been raining nonstop. Regardless of the rain, I thought that this morning they would have run outside to get the first taste of snow, but not a single one has stepped outside today. Instead, they have spent most of the day happily nesting on the second floor of the playroom. On the other side of the chimp house, the chimps on Cy’s group spent their second day with access to the new chute, inside and cozy. Many nests were made, and many naps were taken today.
The Bray, future outdoor enclosure for Cy’s group
The corridor between Young’s Hill and The Bray, with the new chute in the far back
Cy and his friends spent most of the day doing as little as possible in the front rooms.
Willy B looking at his teeth on my phone’s screen while on selfie mode
aw. and they just got back outside!
Sofía, can the remainder of the work on the Bray be done in coller weather?
Hope this was just a fluke, so that there will be a couple of warm days when they still might want to venture out
I saw you were getting snow and rain today! Double whammy and, for my taste, waaaay too soon for snow. But I assume it will melt off quickly and the chimps, on both sides, will be back to their fresh air shenanigans.
Stay warm everyone!
I love these photos of the snow showing the changing weather over your way ( here in Australia we’re gearing up for very hot weathete)! . Wisely the chimps preferred to nest. do they play games in the snow at all?
Take care and wrap up warm.
Susan xxx
I live here in SD it has been really warm for this time of year. Day before I was still in summer clothes. Yesterday 34 and snowing (didn’t stick) Today 60 and nice again. I can understand them wanting to stay indoors. I look forward to the emails daily to see what they are up to. Thank you Willy B for showing us your smile and teeth.
Man oh Man Willie B….. stay clear of the Coconuts:grin::joy:Maybe it’s time to take up a second collection…. I’m all in
What a rip-off! It’s cold enough for snow to blanket Young’s Hill, but too warm for Burrito and Co. to venture outside to gather up the season’s snow cones without getting their footwear soaking wet. Alas, in due time it is entirely possible that Willy B. Chimpanzee will be presented with the opportunity to sink several of his extent teeth into a snowball.
Question:. Does Cy possess or not possess a.resemblance to the Phillies player who hit three home runs in the World Series game the other night? Cy’s beard has a style to.emulate.
i’m bummed about winter coming too soon because I have these fantasies of the ww nine rushing out into their new outdoor space with sunshine and joy. Have they ever even seen snow? I know it snows once in a while in Southern California. What’s the elevation at the waystation. Maybe they did see snow. hmmmm
Cy again reminds me of Charlton Heston. since I first saw the last photo on August 3, 2021
https://chimpsnw.org/2021/08/for-christine-and-her-family/
Cy is Ridiculously handsome!
😀 and available
and he’s not just a pretty face! he reads and learns and has impressive leadership skills. The whole package baby.
Can’t find that where I am!
I tried but I can’t detect a likeness to Charlton Heston but I do agree that Cy is extremely handsome.
i just joined, but ive been watching the beautiful chimps for awhile now. i love them all and look forward to seeing what they are up to everyday. Thank you