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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 2025
Tiny Trekkers: Astronomical Adventures
Astronomical Adventures Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 - 5. Registration is offered by the month only, [...]
Dec 2025
Tiny Trekkers: Dirt Detectives
Dirt Detectives Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 - 5. Registration is offered by the month only, [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Pleased to Eat You
Pleased to Eat You Feeling hungry? So is the wildlife! Get to know the producers, consumers, and decomposers that make up our food chains in [...]
03
Dec
Naturally Curious Book Club: The Comfort of Crows
Join us for a book club discussion this winter. We will meet at the Mississippi Sanctuary Office and enjoy an amazing view of the Mississippi. [...]
Moonlight Hike
Description: Join us on a night hike through the woods. On the trails of the Mississippi Sanctuary and Olin Nature Preserve the terrain is light [...]
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.