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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
Oct 2026
Tiny Trekkers: Junior Naturalists
Junior Naturalists Description: Tiny Trekkers is a once a week drop off program for ages 3 - 5. Registration is offered by the month only, [...]
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: Spider Science
Spider Science Step into some creepy crawly science for the spooky season! Learn about web-building, silk strength, and spider hunting styles. Description: Calling all homeschool [...]
Volunteer: Heartland Prairie Clean Up
Description: The Nature Institute manages Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. This prairie jewel has been growing continuously for over 40 years and was the [...]
Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing Description: Join Jess Thenhaus, a certified Forest & Nature Therapy Guide, for a unique outdoor experience at The Nature Institute. Forest Bathing is [...]
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.