Posts Tagged ‘chimpanzees’
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Volunteer of the Year
By Morgan Kelly At Project Chimps, teamwork makes the dream work. On Saturday, April 19th, we held our annual Volunteer Luncheon, where we celebrated the hard work of our amazing volunteers. We also recognized those who really went above and beyond this year with awards for most chimp care, kitchen, and vet care hours. We…
Read MoreEarthsong Garden – Not Your Grandma’s Garden
By Morgan Kelly The chimpanzees (and humans) here at Project Chimps are getting a new interactive garden installation! Just like humans, chimps love fresh vegetables, roots, and fruits. Well, most chimps do (Kirk might show you otherwise). But most of us here at the sanctuary are super excited for the property’s newest addition! Thanks to…
Read MoreSponsoring a Former Research Chimp: A Dream Come True
Every sponsor has a story, and we’re grateful to each person who opens their heart to a former research chimp. Today, we’re honored to introduce Reia, who’s sponsored chimp Amy for almost six years.
Read MoreProject Chimps’ Easter Egg Hunt
By Morgan Kelly What better way to celebrate the coming of spring than with an Easter egg hunt? Maybe with an egg hunt at a chimpanzee sanctuary! On April 12th, we held our first annual Easter Egg Hunt at Project Chimps. Visitors spent the morning joining in on some spring-related fun, learning about the sanctuary…
Read MoreChimp Conflicts and the Peacemaker
Just like people, chimpanzees’ friendships are important as they care for each other, as seen by behaviors and time spent together.
Read MoreYou’re My Best Friend
Just like people, chimpanzees’ friendships are important as they care for each other, as seen by behaviors and time spent together.
Read MoreCelebrating KAREEM’s 36th birthday!
As the alpha of Harmony villa, Kareem is well-known both for his size and his gentle personality. He waits patiently for everyone to get their food before taking his own.
Read MoreCelebrating PRECIOUS’s 34th birthday!
As a dignified old lady, Precious isn’t willing to compromise her time or energy. She’s also not afraid to let staff know when she’s annoyed!
Read MoreCelebrating NOEL’s 18th birthday!
Noel loves greeting care staff members who come into the villa, especially when she hasn’t seen them in a while.
Read MoreCelebrating PANIELLE’s 24th birthday!
One of Panielle’s most endearing quirks is that she almost always has a blanket, often worn over her shoulder like a cape.
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