Celebrating 40 Years of The Raccoons and Introducing our First Official Raccoons Website!

Hello Friends,

It’s hard for me to believe that forty years have passed since The Raccoons series first scampered into living rooms on November 11, 1985. What began as a small idea — a group of furry friends trying to do the right thing in their little corner of the Evergreen Forest — somehow grew into a series that reached audiences around the world. 

This year marks a special milestone for us, and I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than by welcoming you to The First Official Raccoons website — a new home for our community, to be filled with stories, memories, and a few surprises along the way. 

When we first started The Raccoons, we wanted to tell stories about friendship, perseverance, care for our environment and standing up for what’s right — with a little mischief, a lot of heart, and, of course, the occasional tussle with Cyril Sneer. Over the years, it’s been incredible to see how those messages still resonate. Whether it was Bert’s unwavering optimism, Melissa’s wisdom, Ralph’s crusade to protect the environment, or Cedric’s courage to challenge his father, these characters reminded us that even the smallest voices can make a big difference.

Kevin writing this blog

I still remember the first time we recorded “Run With Us.” We knew it was a good song, but none of us imagined that it would become an anthem — not just for the show, but for so many people who grew up watching The Raccoons. It has been recorded by artists and bands and fans the world over. Hearing fans tell me that the song helped them through tough times or inspired them to keep going means more than I can say. 

This site is for you — the fans who have kept the Evergreen spirit alive all these years. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Never-before-seen artwork, scripts, and behind-the-scenes stories from the making of The Raccoons

• Updates on new projects, partnerships, and anniversary celebrations

• A place to share your memories, fan art, music and what The Raccoons has meant to you

  
  

What’s kept this forest alive for four decades isn’t just the stories we told — it’s You, the community that grew around them. You’ve carried Bert, Ralph, Melissa,Cedric, Sophia TuTu, LIsa, and even Cyril into whole new generations, in multiple languages, and that’s a legacy any creator could only dream of.

So as we celebrate this 40th anniversary, I invite you to join us in revisiting the past, enjoying the present, and running with us into the future. 

Do you remember your first Raccoons moment? Share your stories, photos, memories, music, or fan art with us — we would love to feature your story right here on the site or on our official social channels.

Thank You for your friendship and support all these years!

Warm wishes,

Kevin Gillis

Creator of The Raccoons