Posts by Anna
Glad with May
There’s no particular theme with today’s blog, just a series of moments that represent this lovely season fairly well. Spring time means that Jamie’s group doesn’t want to give up the Greenhouse for cleaning. Negra and Foxie are infamous for their ability to collude and camp at the top platform of the greenhouse when we…
Read MoreA blustery day
Today was one of those brisk days usually reserved for April. That traditional Central Washington spring wind has swept a chill through the sanctuary, leaving some of us in a bit of a gray mood… You might be able to spot Foxie deciding she’s better off going back inside: Luckily, there are indoor activities aplenty…
Read MoreThe Real Chimpanzees of Cle Elum
If Burrito was a human, I almost certainly think he would be a reality TV buff. He might even have a favorite soap opera that he never misses an episode of. At the very least, he would be the captain of the neighborhood watch program and always up on the latest gossip. All that…
Read MoreEffortless Rayne
Lately we’ve been doing lots of lunch forages for Cy’s big group. We often spread the food out between a playroom, greenhouse, the front rooms and the Bray so everyone can access it fairly. Rayne seems to reliably skip the more competitive hustle and bustle of the indoor areas and head out onto the Bray…
Read MoreRainy Day!
Despite the rain, there were still lots of things for the chimps to do on this peaceful spring day!
Read MoreIt’s National Volunteer Week!
Some of you might know already, but National Volunteer Week is celebrated annually during the third week of April. Of course, just one week isn’t nearly enough time to appreciate the volunteers of Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest but it does provide a great excuse to talk about them on the blog! CSNW volunteers hold down a…
Read MoreBurrito and Jamie’s Excellent Morning!
First off! Thank you so much to the Upper Kittitas County Senior Center for having us last night for a presentation on all things sanctuary at the Centennial Center! We really enjoyed connecting with our local community! Also, way to go staff members Kelsi, Grace and Jenna for putting together a fantastic talk. Make sure…
Read MorePeanut Butter Magazines
One of the most popular types of enrichment for the chimps also happens to be one of the easiest food “puzzles” to make. All it takes is a magazine and a tablespoon of peanut butter spread randomly over its pages to keep the chimps busy for a significant amount of time. The chimpanzees enjoy discovering…
Read MoreNational Burrito Day!
The other day I wore one of several of my CSNW apparel items out in public. This time, a cozy grey sweater with Burrito’s face and name adorning the front. A passerby asked me very logically (in retrospect), “why does your sweater say ‘Burrito’ on it?” It took me a second to answer… In my…
Read MoreEaster Eve
It’s Easter Eve and just like so many of you probably are, we’re busy filling and dying eggs, prepping baskets and finalizing the menu for tomorrow’s festivities: Meanwhile, it seems that the chimpanzees are without a care in the world and are busy soaking up the warm spring sun on this glorious day. Exhibit A:…
Read MoreA missed moment
I’ve been sitting on this fun video for a perfect quick blog on a busy meeting day. Burrito brings out all his silliness when he plays with his Jolly Ball! We’ve seen countless moments like this one in the last few months since he got this new toy.
Read MoreIs that you Spring?
Today is the kickoff to what looks like a BEAUTIFUL weekend of sun and warm temps. As the schools head to spring break, the chimps head right into consistently cozy warm greenhouses and even more outdoor adventure time! Here’s Annie in full Greenhouse Lounge Mode: Burrito outside on Young’s Hill. Check out those first sprigs…
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