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Touch of Nature

Touch of Nature is committed to offering our participants a safe, fun, and enjoyable experience.  To view SIUC’s Coronavirus policy, please visit www.siu.edu/coronavirus.

Touch of Nature, the Bike Surgeon of Southern Illinois, and Shawnee Mountain Bike Association are pleased to present the Catalyst Race Series for the Fall of 2021. To find out more or to register, CLICK HERE

Mountain Biking

Upcoming Events

Dawg Days New Student Retreat
August 8-11

Catalyst Race Series
August 28

TON Members Appreciation Dinner/Moonlight Paddle
September 17

Catalyst Race Series
September 18

Bike Instructor Certification Program, Level 1
October 5-7 

Wander Down Music Festival
October 8-10

Leave No Trace Frontcountry - Southern Adventures
October 13-17

The Haunted Hollow
October 24

Leave No Trace Backcountry - River to River Trail
November 18-22

Programs

Programs

Touch of Nature hosts experiential education programs, ranging from outdoor education and youth focused workshops to veteran adventures. These programs utilize the many natural resources located here in beautiful Southern Illinois.

Camps - Camp Little Giant

Camps and Retreats

Touch of Nature offers a variety of exciting, educational, and adventurous summer camps, including outdoor adventure camps and Camp Little Giant, offering a great way to mix education, fun and an appreciation of nature.

Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace

Touch of Nature offers Leave No Trace trainings, including Master Educator courses, Trainer courses, and awareness workshops, teaching ethical outdoor conservation.

Basecamp

Basecamp

Basecamp offers a variety of equipment available to rent for your next outdoor adventure, regardless of whether it's for a day or several weeks.

Rentals open to SIU students, faculty, staff, and the community. 

Veteran Adventures

Veteran Adventures

Touch of Nature offers environmental programs and events tailored to support veterans' transitions from military life to civilian life.

 

TON Trails are now open!

TON Trails includes 10 miles of multi-use trails for bikers, hikers, and runners. Click here for trail information or check our Facebook page for trail open/close status and updates

Become a member!

Enjoy exclusive discounts and members-only events at Touch of Nature by becoming a member of Touch of Nature.

Already a member? Consider making a donation to a specific program or volunteering at our next event!

Let us host your next event!

We offers several hospitality services, including outdoor spaces, indoor facilities, lodging, dining and custom activities for your next event, meeting and conference.