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Touch of Nature Environmental Center
Southern Illinois University
Mail Code 6888
Carbondale, IL 62901
618-453-1121 | F: 618-453-1188
tonec@siu.edu
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Touch of Nature hosts several community-focused events annually that highlight the excitement of outdoor education while showcasing the natural beauty of our 3400 acres.
These events help us fulfill parts of our mission, including enhancing experiential learning and increasing environmental awareness.
Touch of Nature is committed to offering our participants safe, fun, and enjoyable experiences devoted to equity, inclusion and diversity.
To view SIU’s Coronavirus policy, please visit www.siu.edu/coronavirus.
Maple Syrup Festival
February 26-27, 2022
Enjoy two full days of family fun at the annual Maple Syrup Festival.
Welcome to all ages, this event includes demonstrations, children's activities, artist booths, live music, and a pancake breakfast featuring syrup harvested from sap from sugar maple trees on our property.
Wander Down Music Festival
October 7-9, 2022
Enjoy three full days of live music, art, outdoor education workshops for all ages, barn dance, kids trick or treat in the artist village, band scramble, open mic, and much more at the Wander Down Music Festival!
Haunted Hollow
Sunday, October 23, 2022
The Haunted Hollow provides a perfect Halloween atmosphere for everyone with a balance of laughs and gasps in a safe and fun environment, featuring a haunted hayride and cabin, frightening foods, as well as other family-friendly activities
All Staff Alumni Reunion
April 9-10, 2022
We're hosting our first ever All Staff Alumni Reunion. Touch of Nature alumni can join us for a celebration of past and current dedicated staff members.