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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
Nov 2026
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Native Seed Cleaning
Volunteers have been busy this fall collecting native prairie seeds, now it is time to prep them for planting. Join us for a morning of [...]
Tiny Trekkers: Full STEAM Ahead
Full STEAM Ahead Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 - 5. Registration is offered by the month [...]
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 [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Roots & Remedies
Roots & Remedies Did you know that many of our medications start as plants? Learn about native Illinois plants that can be used as medicinal [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Bushcraft Basics (6th - 12th)
Bushcraft Basics Learn specialty techniques and skills for living and surviving in the wild. This class will include bush knife skills, cordage making, and friction [...]
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.