We often get asked what the chimpanzees do throughout the winter. Despite what you would expect, the chimps do go out in the snow, but for shorter durations. It’s been snowing here all day with zero breaks and I don’t believe anyone has ventured out to their outdoor enclosure because of how much snow is coming down. However, days like these don’t occur all winter (thank goodness!) so usually the chimps aren’t cooped up for long. One of my favorite parts about living in central Washington is that usually there is a long enough break for all the snow to melt before the next snowfall.
Today, I put together a video highlighting some of the things the chimps get up to during winter months. It’s not too different from their daily routine, but with a few seasonal bonuses! The chimps stay pretty busy, despite the winter weather!
Also special shout out to Ellen G. for winning the Three Peas in a Bed sheet for the chimps, featuring Lucky, Dora, and Rayne! Cy’s group was given this sheet today and I imagine Rayne may scoop it up later for her nightly nest, because sheets are her favorite.
Lastly, most of our Amazon Wishlist has been bought already (THANK YOU!!!!) but there’s still a few more things we’re hoping to get before Christmas. Here is a link if you’d like to help. We appreciate it so much!
Stay warm, everyone!
What is Lucky’s favorite flavor of gum?
Oh, I’m glad to see that Annie got some of the flavored snow, too! I hear the red kind is the good kind. And Ms Fox is starting to give Annie a run for her money in the bedhead dept!
Seeing Rayne with the calendar made me wonder if the residents on the other side of the house would see those pictures and recognize their dear friend Jojo the way Mave once recognized Dora’s picture. :pensive:
Lots of footage of the pretty Lucky Lou today! Thank you, Jenna!
Loved this video today, all the kids seemed to enjoy eating the snow and seemed to be in a good mood! I really noticed what a pretty face Lucky has and I enjoyed seeing more of Honey B.
You guys put snow cones to shame. Snow tubs are so much more fun! Jamie’s excitement said it all. Her lips were glistening with snow when she came up to mesh to share the thrill of it with you. I hope Foxie got a shot at the snow tubs.
From the looks of it, Lucky enjoying her gum and Honey B rolling around in her room full of paper, snows days are a lot fun!
I love this sheet, it is frame worthy. Thank you Ellen G.
I realize now, that when the chimps, like Lucky, look straight into the camera, there are, so, adoraable!