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Visitor Information


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CHCI is home to Loulis, Tatu, and Dar and is not open on a daily basis for entertainment purposes. However, CHCI believes that education is one of the most effective ways to save the chimpanzees and therefore offers educational programs to the public.

Visiting CHCI

Chimposiums - one-hour weekend educational workshops
Advanced Chimposiums - five-hour educational workshops offered select Saturdays throughout the year. Check our 2008 schedule - it is not too late to sign up for JUNE 28- our next Advanced Chimposium!
Group Chimposiums - one hour weekday Chimposiums for groups 20-40

What others are saying about CHCI's Chimposiums

"Interesting to see how close we are to chimps. It gives me a new definition of 'human.'"

"We felt very fortunate to have the chance to attend a Chimposium during the recent Family Weekend at CWU. It was truly the highlight of the weekend for us! The presentations were well done and very informative. We were fascinated by the philosophy and breadth of the program. Thank you very much for making this available to us. The project is truly something of which you and CWU can be very proud!"

"Incredible experience! I look forward to transferring to CWU and finding a way to get involved in this awesome program. Thank you!"

"Thank you for your work and especially for the information about bushmeat."

"This is amazing. What a great way to inform the public about apes and their issues. They're beautiful! Thanks!"

"Absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for the opportunity to see the chimpanzees. They seem to have excellent healthy facilities. I hope to return."

"I admire the way everyone respects the chimpanzees' rights and space. Thank you for helping us learn."

"It was amazing to be able to see the chimpanzees signing and interacting with us and each other. Thank you so much for the opportunity."

"We really felt like we were entering their world."

"The 1500 mile drive is and continues to be the best travel investment I have ever made. Washoe rivals the GREAT WALL & the PYRAMIDS!"

 
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