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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
Roaming Naturalists: PoeTree
PoeTree As we find things to be thankful for this month, let’s find some poems that highlight the wonder and beauty of the natural world. [...]
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, [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Hiss, Chirp, Ribbit
Hiss, Chirp Ribbit How do animals communicate with each other? Mimic playing as a wolf pack, smell your friends pheromones as an insect, and create [...]
ECO Homeschool Adventures: Wildlife Pathology (6th - 12th)
Wildlife Pathology What illnesses are plaguing the world of wildlife right now? Study chytrid fungus in amphibians, chronic wasting disease in deer, and more! Description: [...]
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? [...]
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.