The Nature Institute’s trails are currently closed to the public. Trails will reopen on April 1, 2025. There are still many programs happening, check out our calendar of events to register for a program while we are closed.
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.
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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
Dec 2024
15
Dec
Trails Closed to the Public
Our trails are currently closed. They will reopen on April 1, 2025. Events are still going on. Check out our Calendar of Events to register [...]
Feb 2025
19
Feb
Naturally Curious Book Club
Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America Beginning with the early trans-Atlantic trade in North America, Leila Philip traces the beaver’s profound influence on our [...]
20
Feb
Naturally Curious Book Club
Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America Beginning with the early trans-Atlantic trade in North America, Leila Philip traces the beaver’s profound influence on our [...]
Herbalism 101 and Growing Medicinal Herbs
Wilderness Wisdom These outdoor skills classes are designed for older student (14+) to adult participants. Each class will provide you with bushcraft knowledge and/or skills. [...]
22
Feb
Trivia Night
Early Bird Pricing: Register by February 1st to save $30! Who doesn’t love a night of trivia? Join us for a classic game of trivia [...]