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Member Event 2015- A Soggy Success!
Even though rain showers dampened the day, we were thrilled with the turnout at our Annual Member Event! Over 350 members and supporters visited the sanctuary to donate towards the care of our primate residents, making this year a big win! With Sandy Mondrala,...
Annual Member Event—May 16, 2015
Time is running out to get your exclusive invitation to visit the Primate Rescue Center during our Annual Member Event! This event is reserved for Members of our sanctuary to visit our primate residents and enjoy refreshments, kids games, chances to win raffle and...
Member Event Volunteers Needed
Coming up next month is our Annual Member Event, and to help us welcome our beloved PRC Members, we need extra volunteers to serve as Special Event Volunteers for this unique day at the sanctuary. We rely heavily on volunteers to help us make this event a success,...
How to Eat and Run!
All animals have unique traits that help them survive in their natural habitats. It’s interesting to see the qualities that some animals share, and the ways that they can benefit from them. One of the unique characteristics that some monkeys, as well as a few other...
It’s Lunch Time!
Part of our daily routine at the PRC is making lunch and dinner for the primates. We have created a Daily Cookbook full of different, creative recipes that the staff has formulated to be healthy and nutritious for our residents. This recipe is measured to...
February Volunteer News
We’re happy to announce a few new volunteers who have recently been added to the PRC On-Site Animal Care Volunteer Program! Michelle Davis, a medical animator living in Lexington became a volunteer with us in September 2014, and so far has volunteered a total...
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine's Day! Valentine's Day is a great way for us to show how much we love the primates by throwing them a party! Our staff and volunteers really enjoy decorating the chimpanzees' play room area with streamers, paper, treats, and other fun...
The Importance of Grooming
Whether in the wild or in captivity, chimpanzees and monkeys spend a large portion of their time grooming one another. Grooming is not only a great way to keep everyone clean and comfortable, it is also a great way to build and maintain good relationships within a...
