Sometimes Carrots are Just Gross

Mara and Bambi continue to do excellent with sharing space. It seems that whatever happened before has been left in the past. The two frequently make us laugh with their regular antics....

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Lady and Her Naps

One recent morning, Lady was lying down upon initial arrival. Mateus was the first human at the barn, and even though he has been here for months, it’s the first time he has seen Lady lying down. We know she lays down frequently, but we don’t see her do so…...

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P&G shirts now available through FLOAT

  Pocha and Guillermina don’t need much of an introduction at this point. Their story – and their lives lived in their stone enclosure—have captured our hearts and many of yours. We are excited to share that our limited edition shirts, hoodies, and tanks commemorating their rescue have launched with…...

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Rana the Caregiver Gatekeeper

Once our elephants have been here for a bit, they get a bit set in their ways and routines.  It’s true for most species – even humans. Though each day is a little different, there are certain things they come to expect in specific ways.  It’s something we don’t necessarily notice, and…...

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Mara’s Midnight Snack Routine

Most evenings, Mara stays out in the habitat all night, but many nights she shows up at the barn for night feed. She generally dictates where Bambi and Rana go. More accurately, she goes where she wants, and they usually choose to follow her. If Mara feels like hanging out…...

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Chrissy and Karissa Have Arrived

Karissa and Chrissy have arrived in Mendoza, Argentina. They are settling into their temporary home and begin working with the elephants full-time in the next few days. They stopped by the Ecoparque Mendoza for a few hours to see Tamy, Pocha, Guillermina, and Kenya. Everyone seems to be doing ok....

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