Posts by Ali Crumpacker
Project Chimps Responds to Incident; Chimpanzee Safely Returned to Habitat After Accessing Building Roof
Morganton, Georgia — Project Chimps successfully resolved a short-lived incident today involving a recently arrived chimpanzee who briefly left his primary enclosure, although at all times he stayed within the sanctuary’s perimeter fencing. The chimpanzee, Tory, arrived at the sanctuary earlier this year and was spending time in the South Peachtree Habitat alongside eight other…
Read MoreA Weekend Getaway in Blue Ridge
As an animal lover and avid traveler, my TikTok feed is filled with dreamy eco-lodges—from giraffe-viewing suites in Kenya to kangaroo encounters in Australia. But did you know you can have a similar experience right here in the U.S.? Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, Project Chimps offers a one-of-a-kind Airbnb stay inside a chimpanzee sanctuary. That’s right—you can sleep just steps away from 101 rescued chimps. I came for the primates, but I left with a deep love for Blue Ridge.
Read MoreDawn and Jim’s Journey to Full‑Time Volunteering
They say it takes a village to raise a child. In the same vein, it takes a village of deeply passionate and dedicated individuals to run Project Chimps. Two of those individuals are Dawn and Jim Greenway, a couple who made the leap from part-time to full-time volunteers in 2025.
Read MoreChimpcation is Eco-Friendly Volunteering
By Alyssa Burlison Looking for a vacation that’s educational, fun, and environmentally conscious? Project Chimps offers all that and more with their immersive chimpcation experience. This one-of-a-kind getaway lets you spend a week volunteering at a chimpanzee sanctuary nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia. During your chimpcation, you’ll engage in meaningful conservation…
Read MoreChimp Enrichment – Why Is It Important?
Every day at a chimpanzee sanctuary begins with the same question: How do we help these incredibly intelligent animals live full, engaging lives? At Project Chimps, enrichment is a core part of our mission. We work to ensure that every chimp is stimulated socially, cognitively, and physically.
Read MoreSwing Into Adventure with your next Team Building Challenge
Project Chimps’ Chimp Challenge course is an exciting new way to test your climbing, problem-solving solving and teamwork skills while making a difference.
Read MoreHammocks in the Garden – An Eagle Scout Project
By Lauren Vogel At Project Chimps, every space tells a story. Care, creativity, and the people who show up for our organization shape each one. One of those stories belongs to Jack Stowers, an Eagle Scout whose dedication and problem‑solving skills brought a unique new addition to our sanctuary. For his Eagle Scout project, Jack…
Read MoreDoes Chimpanzee Hair Change with the Seasons?
As winter rolls in, we humans bundle up in coats, hats, and scarves to fight off the chill. Many mammals do something similar—though in their own way.
Read MoreChimp Trails: Hiking with Purpose
By Alyssa Burlison Is trekking with chimpanzees in Africa on your bucket list? Or are you searching for a meaningful weekend getaway in the U.S.? The Project Chimps hiking trails in Blue Ridge, Georgia, offer a rewarding experience for animal lovers, eco-tourists, and nature enthusiasts alike. These scenic trails have a requested $2 donation for…
Read MoreProject Chimps – A Beacon of Hope
By Alyssa Burlison The thoughts racing through my mind felt like hundreds of tight, tiny knots before my visit to Project Chimps. As I stepped onto the plane to Chattanooga, I carried the weight of a recent loss. My dog had just been diagnosed with cancer, and potential changes to the Marine Mammal Protection Act…
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