Foxie is almost never without a troll or Dora the Explorer doll, even when she is climbing, swinging, and playing chase with her friends.
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Happenings on the Hill
Earlier this week, Burrito did some more exploring of Young’s Hill with Jody.
Jamie climbed to the top of one of the bouncy bridge posts.
Missy and Jody played chase.
Once Missy picked up the pace, though, Jody couldn’t keep up.
The biggest news of all is that Negra ventured out to check out her cabin yesterday. Luckily Jackie and Debbie captured these photos or I would have had a hard time believing it. She didn’t make it all the way inside the cabin, but it was a big first step for her. You just never know when Negra is going to switch things up and try something new.
We’re not the only ones that get excited when the chimps do something out of their comfort zone – the other chimps get excited too. As Negra sat by the cabin, she was greeted by a parade of her friends who came by to reassure her with hugs and kisses.
A new game
Missy and Annie are playful in the morning, sometimes chasing each other all over the playroom before we even turn the lights on. Lately, they have been playing a new game: chasing each other while balancing on the catwalk railing. I finally caught them in the act the other day. Good thing they have opposable toes….
Goofing Off
Turn the sound up and you can listen to Foxie laugh at her own antics. And notice the nice new paint job on our outdoor caging, thanks to our volunteers!
Leapfrog
Jody was trying to take a nap in the front rooms this afternoon, so Foxie made sure not to bother her while she was playing.
Playing Chase with Missy, Pt. II
A few weeks ago I was describing how we play chase with the chimps outside. Here’s a 1st-person video to give you a better feel for it (you’ll feel like you’re watching COPS!). As you can see, it’s impossible to keep up with Missy.
