It may come off that Jamie is all work and no play (which can be true), but she knows how to take a load off when she needs to. And who better to help her relax than Foxie? The hard part is capturing the moments when they are happening! As you can see in the video a hand slyly comes up to suggest I leave. We never want to intrude in any chimp to chimp social time so I left shortly after. Jamie and Foxie proceeded to play for another 15 minutes before Missy suggested everyone enjoy some tomatoes from the garden!
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest
Welcome Fall!
Yesterday was the first day of Fall, and like most of us, the chimps love the mild weather that comes along with it. Today we had PERFECT sunshine, a light breeze, and 65 degrees! The chimps couldn’t get enough, each taking advantage of the weather in their own way.
Multiple long walks were taken by all (except Negra) out on Young’s Hill. Annie, Missy and Jamie were particularly voracious with their outdoor exploration:
Annie:
Missy:
Missy and Annie:
Jamie:
Foxie was in a silly sunny mood. Lately she has been toting around a cheerful purple haired doll. This morning while I was giving my attention to Jamie at the door to the play room, I looked up and saw the doll spiraling towards my head. Foxie had dropped it on me playfully, but without her usual warning.
Rain that poured earlier in the week brought new green grass and plants to the sanctuary. The fresh shoots seemed to be motivation enough for Negra, Burrito, and Jody to spend a little time outdoors as well.
Negra:
Creative style
Burrito demonstrates the many uses of knee-high rainbow tube socks. The chimps receive a selection of enrichment each day and sometimes they make a few non-traditional style choices.
Getting Comfy
Today has been all about supreme comfort for Queen Negra.
In memory of Ron and Betty Kreuscher
This day of sanctuary was sponsored by Ronalyn Huenergard and she shared this message about today:
“This donation is in memory of my parents, Ron and Betty Kreuscher on their wedding anniversary. They were very proud of their 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.”
Ronalyn, thank you so much for adding to the chimpanzees’ lives in memory of your parents. All of us here send you and your family good thoughts and hope this day is filled with comfort, joy and love as you celebrate Ron and Betty and the memories you hold dear. We so appreciate you holding the chimps in your heart.
Good friends, Burrito and Jody:
Play-by-play
Every good game begins with a standoff..
Annie
vs.
Missy
Then someone starts running…
The chase is on! Missy runs after Annie!
Don’t forget the aerial acrobatics!
Check out Missy’s play face!
A little bit of hand holding during intermission…
And then chase again! This time Missy leads the way!
Welcome rain!
The structure we call “Twister” is a favorite pit stop for Jamie on her walks around Young’s Hill. It offers 360 degree views of the sanctuary property. This morning she spent some time taking in the scenery between rain storms. Fall is just around the corner!
