Laboratories in the United States quit performing experiments on chimpanzees over a decade ago. But chimps can live a long time, which means there are many in labs who still need a place to retire. That’s why the Project Chimps refuge near Blue Ridge exists: to provide animals who may have only ever known an indoor enclosure the chance to see trees, grass and blue skies. GPB's Grant Blankenship spent time with behaviorist Kris Dyer, who makes sure new chimps on the block know how to get along wi

In this video series, INSIDE PROJECT CHIMPS, we set out to explain the passion, determination and commitment of those who sacrifice so much to provide for the 95 retired lab research chimps living here in sanctuary. This week's profile features Kathryn, our incredible Volunteer Coordinator! In this episode, she shares with you all the glories of working with the best volunteers corps in the game, a common misconception people have about chimpanzees and one of her favorite chimp memories. Intervi

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