Rayne gets happy toes when it snows!
Fall Volunteers in Action
As we sink into winter at the sanctuary (especially today with heavy wet snow blanketing Central Washington), it makes me a bit melancholic for that sunny weather we had not that long ago. When I start to feel blue I like to embrace gratitude and think about the wonderful aspects of the life around me. One of those great things is all of our volunteers at the sanctuary! They are always so eager to lend a hand and truly uplift our spirits with their hard work.
We included these photos in our weekly “Thank You” email updates to our volunteers throughout the fall and I thought it would be nice to share them as a collection.
Ben sharpening the kitchen knives:
Grace visiting with Terry:
Parker observing Honey B eat dinner:
Sophie, Esker and Alexis making chow bags:
Kathleen prepping tomato skewers for Lucky’s birthday:
Anthony organizing the boot closet:
Nancy and Cy:
Medical volunteers in action after an exam:
Patti and her special waffles made for the chimps:
Sarah B. recording observational data for her Masters thesis project:
Sarah S. reading our enrichment food puzzle instruction binder:
The benefits of introductions
We’ve seen some lovely introduction progress since Rayne moved in with George and Cy a couple of weeks ago. We are considering adding an additional member to their group in the coming days.
The Tortilla Ghost of Playroom 1
Ghosts are more fun when they look like giant upside down taco salad shells!
Thanksgiving 2025
There is just so much to be grateful for around here. A huge feast is surely in order!
Here’s what’s on the chimps’ menu:
Pumpkin pie with coconut cream
Vegan field roast
Baked sweet potatoes
Mashed potatoes
Corn and green beans
Dinner rolls
Cranberry sauce
Cider and tea
Pomegranate
Wishing you all a very happy holiday, however you might choose to celebrate!
George+Cy+Mave
Today Mave joined George and Cy for a bit of an awkward introduction… Despite George’s discomfort, it seems like he is learning a lot from Cy’s leadership and that’s all we can ask for right now!
George+Cy+Terry
The introduction process continued this morning as Terry joined Cy and George for a successful day. Terry is set to return to his group this evening so we can make way for another triad introduction later in the week.
