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The Nature Institute (TNI) is a non-profit land conservation and environmental education organization based in Godfrey, IL. Since its founding in 1980, The Nature Institute’s board and staff have worked to foster an awareness and appreciation of the natural world through education, restoration, and preservation.
Newsletters
Aug 2026
Heartland Prairie Hike
Heartland Prairie Hikes are a long-running volunteer-led hike at Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park in Alton. Join other prairie enthusiasts on the 2nd and [...]
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Aug
Frog and Fox Trails Group Hike
Trail Challenge Members are invited to join TNI staff for a guided hike of Frog and Fox Trails. After the hike you will receive your [...]
Critters and Crypts: Fall Session
This new program is offered exclusively to 6th – 9th grade students! Critters & Crypts is our weekly Dungeons & Dragons group. Journey on quests [...]
Telescope Night
Description: Have an old telescope laying around, but never use it? Always wanted to look at the universe through a telescope, but don’t own one? [...]
Little Chickadees and Me: Turtle-ly Awesome Reptiles
This summer, take your little explorer outdoors! Join us for a caregiver + child class for ages 2.5 - 5. Come and learn about nature [...]
New Registration System, Better Experience for You
The Nature Institute has switched all registration to Amilia SmartRec. Please check out this information page to learn more about setting up your account and registering for programs.