Posts by Anna

Last Wednesday, I took some photos of Jamie as she stood on the bench in front room 4 (aka the portrait studio). What came out of the photo session was a series of pictures where she had what looks like a pretty sarcastic smirk on her face. One of the most intriguing things about chimpanzees…

This afternoon, while Negra was getting as cozy as possible in the playroom.. Jamie and I took a brisk walk around Young’s Hill. We were briefly joined by Missy who took the opportunity to stretch her runners legs. The last couple of days we’ve had some pretty chilly weather, but today Jamie saw her chance…

During this time of deep uncertainty in the world, there is nothing better than to stop and reflect on the things that we are thankful for at Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest. Today the chimpanzees had a lunch celebration in the greenhouse, and of course there are numerous photos to share with you all shortly. But first…

When the cold November wind is blowing over the hills of Central Washington and the caregivers of Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest are hard at work scrubbing the front rooms, it’s up to the boss of the sanctuary to keep herself occupied. This may come in the form of examining the photos in a magazine.. But it…

In the past, we’ve talked about how we occasionally mistake one chimpanzee for another at first glance. A great example of this is when we catch Missy doing a “fake Neggie.” The other night I snapped a couple photos of Negra in her evening nest. The camera angle and Negra’s posture reminded me a little…

Today Missy waited for lunch in bed. As soon as Katelyn brought a selection of vegetables and chow out on a tray, she was up and food grunting. And out the door to the greenhouse (the usual lunch service area). She ate well.. And considered taking an after lunch walk with Jamie.. Instead of walking…