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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.
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May 2026
Forest Playdate
Bring your little one for Reggio-inspired forest play. Various invitations will be offered to spark your child’s curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Ages 18 months [...]
Kids Night Out: Nothin' but Nature
Nothin' but Nature Spend your evening outside exploring creeks, playing games, and investigating our local habitats. Description: Need an evening off? Join us for a [...]
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 [...]
Restoration Workday: Invasive Species Removal
Location: We will be working on TNI’s Mississippi Sanctuary Preserve at the bottom of the bluff adjacent to the Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail. Volunteers are [...]
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Moonlight Hike
Join us on a night hike through the woods. On the trails of the Mississippi Sanctuary and Olin Nature Preserve the terrain is light to [...]
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.