It began snowing on Sunday and hasn’t really stopped since. Though it hasn’t been a heavy snowfall, it’s enough for it to start to feel like winter finally is here after several bouts of warm weather. When the caregivers began to arrive at the sanctuary in the morning, they were greeted by something to remind them it is indeed near to end of January and still winter.
This is one of the Christmas trees that has been adorning the outside of the Chimp House. As some of you know, it’s somewhat of a tradition to plant the trees that decorate the enclosures for the chimpanzees’ Christmas celebration on Young’s Hill when the weather is better. Until then, it sits right outside the door.
While the conditions outside thwarted any ambitions of going outside today (though they did have access to go outside), they seemed pretty content inside the warm indoor enclosures.
After cleaning was done, Willy B, Mave, and Honey B were treated to some cabbage that was spread out in their enclosure.
After lunch, Mave and Willy B spent most of their afternoon grooming.
Honey B was busy supervising the construction workers and couldn’t be bothered with grooming or most photos today.
Meanwhile on the other side, while most of the Seven were cozy in their nests all day, there was one individual who had a lot of energy he had to burn through.
There was a good game of chase between him and I from the Greenhouse doors to the door that leads to Young’s Hill. If you’ve seen J.B.’s post a couple of weeks ago, then you know this route. A common question we get is why does Burrito ask for snow from caregivers when we can just grab it himself during winter? We don’t really know why, but let’s be honest, who wouldn’t like a hand delivered caregiver made, artisan snowball?
Plus, we, as caregivers, have a hard time deflecting Burrito’s charm when he asks for his zero-calorie treat.
With the weather seemingly on different ends of the spectrum lately, who knows what tomorrow may hold. Though Burrito may hope it holds more hands full of snow.
Stay warm, friends!
what is the day when you unlock the door for the expansion project ?
Where do I apply for the position of Snow Hand Delivery Person?! I’m not a big fan of cold and snow but for Burrito, I would happily run in and out all day long to hand deliver all the snow his little heart desires. Why should he go outside and risk catching a chill, right?!
Thanks for the photos of the Californians enjoying their cabbage today. (Did Willy B earn his apple today?)
It was the chimps example of how to enjoy cabbage and lettuce that convinced me it must be better than I had always thought. However, you need to do all the lip smacking to really get the effect! Who could resist getting cold and wet to fetch Burrito his snacks…..that last photo of his hopeful, expectant little face just melts my heart.
Wonderful post Chad… everyone looks so cozy… Bubba you steal our hearts with one stolen look. You’re simply enchanting.
thank you for the beautiful pictures and like others I definitely love the very last picture of Burrito. I believe he is saying thank you so much for the snow he’s holding in his hand to you.
Stay warm everybody. <3
That last picture of Burrito is simply adorable! SWEET ??