Posts by Anna
Clips of the day
Enrichment, snow snacks and intros, oh my!
Read MoreStill digging out…
The snow “reorganization” continued today. Next on the to do list: digging out Young’s Hill!
Read MoreBurrito’s 39th Birthday Snowmageddon
The view from our security camera pointed at the driveway. Today Burrito turned 39! Not only did he turn 39, but he turned 39 in the middle of one of the craziest snow storms I’ve ever witnessed in Central Washington. If you know Burrito, a snowmaggeddon is a fitting party that Mother Nature through for…
Read MoreA wrench in the plans
No day at the sanctuary is off to a good start when you have to call JB to do some emergency maintenance. His plate is full enough as it is and to top it off, we’re in the middle of a cold snap/snow globe situation in Central Washington which requires additional plowing work. This morning…
Read MoreChristmas in sight
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just a little over a week away! This morning, Caregiver Kelsi moved one of the fresh Christmas trees into the mechanical room for the chimps’ viewing pleasure. Each chimpanzee group will get a decorated tree complete with presents underneath for their holiday party next week. If you are…
Read MoreForging Bonds
A few portraits of some budding new friendships (photos taken during today’s intros).
Read MoreFront Room Play Sessions
Despite having additional larger indoor and outdoor spaces to choose from, most of the chimpanzees absolutely love hanging out in Front Room 7. This space has a nice view of the human hallway (so you can be the first to spot the next meal service) and we almost always find someone nesting or lounging in…
Read MoreNovembrrrr
Despite the November chill, the chimpanzees still seem eager to explore Young’s Hill. In fact, the November cold creates a bonus enrichment that the chimps eagerly search for each morning… Meanwhile, the Escher structure seemed like a solid hangout space. Later, Foxie took it upon herself to make sure the structure was truly solid. As…
Read MoreMontage of Play
A few happy moments from the week!
Read MoreThursday Mood
Today the November rains seemed to fully set in. The chimpanzees have been nesting, napping, grooming and intermittently going for walks on Young’s Hill between cloud bursts. I caught Burrito in relaxation mode lounging in the portrait studio.
Read MoreNo Boys Allowed
The introductions continued today with our first successful all-female quad group date in the front rooms. Dora, Honey B, Mave and Lucky all spent the afternoon together with lots of play and grooming interactions!
Read MorePeak Fall
In the last few days some much needed rain has rolled in to soak Central Washington. This change in weather seems to have brought “Peak Fall” to Kittitas County. The colorful Autumn foliage is perhaps in its brightest and most plentiful phase. Soon, strong wind gusts will surely move in to whip the leaves away.…
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