Captive chimpanzees walk the tightrope between their ingrained wild nature and their unusual circumstances where they live a life assembled for them by humans. In sanctuary, we do our best to provide all the options for the chimpanzees that are much deserving of the freedom of choice.
Archives for August 21, 2025
In celebration of home, sanctuary, and better lives!
Thanks so much to Donna Hughes for sponsoring this day of sanctuary and including the chimpanzees and cows as she celebrates her and her late sister, Doreen’s, anniversary in their beloved home of New York City:
“August 21 ….the day Doreen and I moved to New York City. It is bittersweet she is no longer here to celebrate, but she LOVED CSNW and all of the residents. So, to each individual who has moved to Sanctuary here, they also moved to have a better life, and boy, do they ever! Looking forward to the great photos I know will be posted, from the “Cle Elum 7″ to new resident George!! Don”
We’re celebrating right along with you and Doreen, Don. Hope your day is full of memories of special moments and places you both shared in your extraordinary home in the city! We appreciate all your love for the chimpanzees and cows!
George!:
Foxie and twin trolls:
Mave and Dora:
The original Cle Elum 7 enjoying their outdoor habitat, Young’s Hill, together:
Honey B!:
Dear friends, Foxie and Jody – always in our heart, Jo:
