One of the main causes to the decline of wildlife populations and degradation of their habitats is lack of conservation knowledge among the public. Chimpanzees are seen in entertainment and advertising on a daily basis yet the media offers little information regarding the conservation of these highly intelligent and social beings. The appearance of chimpanzees in movies, television and commercials is misleading to public minds; that chimpanzees are bred in the U.S. and are not considered an endangered species. Let us be their voice by introducing you to the real world of our closest living relative, the Chimpanzee.
Through our outreach program, a knowledgeable and experienced Chimps Inc representative will travel to your location and provide your group with a fun, educational experience. We serve any organized group including k-12 schools, universities, youth groups and senior groups. Presentations are typically 35-45 minutes in length and are followed with questions and answers. They can be tailored to address any specific content needs or time frame of the requesting group. We begin by introducing the sanctuary, our mission and sanctuary stories. One component of our educational presentations is a dynamic PowerPoint slide series that shows colorful photos of those whom we’ve rescued and provide lifetime sanctuary for. Additionally, we show a brief video that offers a more intimate look at the sanctuary and the amazing work that is happening at Chimps Inc. By the end of the presentation, your group will have an understanding of all aspects regarding the lives and issues of captive and wild chimpanzees.
After the presentation, your group will be offered the unique opportunity to get involved with the conservation efforts of Chimps Inc. Groups and individuals have the option of creating stimulating enrichment for the chimpanzees and lynx, starting or assisting with a fundraiser that helps feed and support our amazing animals, or learning more on how to become a volunteer at the sanctuary. The program is currently offered at no cost and continues to be supported through public donations.
To learn more and schedule a presentation, contact us at 541.410.4122 or send an email to Shayla Scott at shaylas.chimpsinc@gmail.com
