Orangutan of the Month: Goran

In the hectic hubbub of the Playpen facility, there is one orangutan who seems to have captured a true “Zen” attitude. Goran is a peaceful and sweet little boy who… Continue reading Orangutan of the Month: Goran

A day at OFI’s Playpen Facility at the Orangutan Care Center

The orangutans at OFI’s Playpen Facility are about to finish their banana breakfast when I arrive around 8:30 in the morning. Today, I’m spending my day at this facility within… Continue reading A day at OFI’s Playpen Facility at the Orangutan Care Center

Employee of the Month: Ibu Ipuk

After repeatedly telling her that I have it on good authority that she can speak English well, Ibu Ipuk simply replies in English: “I don’t speak English! Who told you… Continue reading Employee of the Month: Ibu Ipuk

Happy Birthday Thor!

Happy Birthday Thor! Today, October 15th, is Thor’s first birthday! Thor was born in Camp Leakey. The very first photographs we have of him and his fragile twin brother who… Continue reading Happy Birthday Thor!

The continuing story of Hockey…

The work of enriching and improving Hockey’s home continued long after the actual construction was finished (see “A New Home for Hockey”). Indeed, a lot has changed since Hockey first… Continue reading The continuing story of Hockey…