Began Volunteering:  1997

Resides:  Garrett, IN

Employed:  SIRVA/North American Van Line, Inc., Fort Wayne, IN

Family:  I have two children, and three grandchildren who live in Valparaiso, IN.

Favorite Animal:  Caesar, and of course, the chimps.  (Always Tarzan, and Coby when he's in a good mood.)

Favorite Activity:  Photographing the animals, and volunteering at the park.

Least Favorite Activity:  I have no least favorite activity.

What surprised me most about Black Pine was:  When I first started volunteering I was amazed at the closeness of the staff with the animals as compared to other sanctuaries.

Comments:  Volunteering at Black Pine is my "stress release", especially when doing enrichment with the animals.  Just walking or sitting with Caesar is better therapy than any doctor could provide!