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Touch of Nature Enviornmental Center

1206 Touch of Nature Rd., Makanda, IL 62958

Hiking & Trails

Programs offer opportunities in both adventure and environmental education, and meet the needs for a wide range of groups, businesses and organizations. Touch of Nature is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art education and recreation.

Just 8 miles south of Carbondale, Touch of Nature borders the Shawnee Forest. It is a 3,100 acre wooded retreat area perfect for group events. Located in the City of Makanda, IL.

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Midwest Environmental Education Conference at Touch of Nature

Touch of Nature •  Nov 13 – Nov 15

The Environmental Education Association of Illinois will hold the Midwest Environmental Education Conference (MEEC), from November 13th to 15th in Makanda, IL. to connect with a…

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Holiday Open House at Blue Sky Vineyards

Blue Sky Vineyards •  Nov 28 – Nov 29 @ 11AM

Blue Sky Vineyard is a perfect destination along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail to kick off the holiday season.

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Holiday Open House At Blue Sky Vineyard

Blue Sky Vineyards •  Nov 28 – Nov 29 @ 1PM

Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Blue Sky offers a taste of Tuscany in the hills of Southern Illinois

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