06/04/2026
Have you seen our lemurs climbing in the Land of Lemurs walkthrough? Today, we're pawsing for a moment of appreciation and celebrating the hard work that goes into making this immersive habitat possible. 🫶
After a long winter of heavy snow and strong winds, the ropes in the outdoor lemur habitat start to sag from exposure until our incredible teams get to work tightening everything back into place. This year, the spring cleaning job came with an exciting first as our Habitat Horticulture Technician Brice put his new climbing certifications to the test. He confidently took to the ropes, becoming a key part of the effort to restore them to their proper tension. 💪 In the past, accessing these high lines required heavy equipment, making it more time-consuming and complex. Thanks to Brice's new certifications, the team is now able to work more efficiently and safely without the need for extra machinery, a testament to the impact of teamwork and training.
From the ground, it’s easy to underestimate just how massive these ropes are. Each one weighs many hundreds of pounds, making this far from a one-person job. It takes a coordinated team effort with many hands working together to pull out every bit of slack while carefully managing the sheer weight of the system. The end result? Taut ropes ready to support the lively activity from our lemurs! 🐾
Thank you to Brice and our Horticulture Habitats Team! 👏🌿
