Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary

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Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary The Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary is a private wildlife Sanctuary located south of Loami, Illinois. It is open to the public from sunrise to sunset each day.

Welcome to the Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary established in 1995 and recently opened to the public in 2012. There is no cost to visit this site. This is a private wildlife sanctuary, established exclusively for protection of wildlife and to educate the public. Please note the rules for the site: we are open from dawn to dusk. Only foot traffic is allowed. No hunting or collecting of any kind without Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary approval. No alcohol allowed on the premises.

This Carolina mantis wanted to hitch a ride today as we set out to water the new shrub plantings. It was carefully reloc...
09/08/2026

This Carolina mantis wanted to hitch a ride today as we set out to water the new shrub plantings. It was carefully relocated to the prairie where the foraging should be easier.

It's hot out this week, so please enjoy this gallery of interesting plants and critters from the comfort of your phone o...
09/01/2026

It's hot out this week, so please enjoy this gallery of interesting plants and critters from the comfort of your phone or computer screen! If you do venture out, bring plenty of water, limit your time in the sun.

As hummingbirds get ready to migrate, the competition around feeders really heats up. These two were in a stand-off this...
08/20/2026

As hummingbirds get ready to migrate, the competition around feeders really heats up. These two were in a stand-off this morning outside the nature center.

Confetti bombs, glitter, smoke bombs and other props used by portrait photographers are prohibited in the Nipper Wildlif...
08/11/2026

Confetti bombs, glitter, smoke bombs and other props used by portrait photographers are prohibited in the Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary. Photographers that use materials hazardous to wildlife, or that pose fire danger (such as smoke bombs or sparklers), will no longer be granted access to the Sanctuary. A confetti bomb used over the weekend required staff time to clean up. Please remember the Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary is private property established by the will of Frank and Gladys Nipper. The will stipulates the property is for wildlife habitat with public access for wildlife education and enjoyment. The site’s natural beauty creates a backdrop for photos that needs no enhancement. Please share this with photographers that use the site. Keep the Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary clean and safe for wildlife.

We talk a lot about the importance of pollinators, but this bee really walks the walk. So much so that its almost comple...
08/04/2026

We talk a lot about the importance of pollinators, but this bee really walks the walk. So much so that its almost completely covered in pollen. That's a purple coneflower it is exploring.

Today's midsummer color report! Visit during the early morning hours or at in the evening to avoid the heat of the day.
07/18/2026

Today's midsummer color report! Visit during the early morning hours or at in the evening to avoid the heat of the day.

People often ask, "When is a good time to visit the sanctuary?"Now! Now would be a good time. The compass plant, prairie...
07/17/2026

People often ask, "When is a good time to visit the sanctuary?"
Now! Now would be a good time. The compass plant, prairie dock and rosinweed are blooming in glorious yellow. Sweet black-eyed Susans are on deck with a second round of yellow!

Dragonflies are out and patrolling the wetlands and prairies. These are a few of the common ones seen at the first wetla...
06/28/2026

Dragonflies are out and patrolling the wetlands and prairies. These are a few of the common ones seen at the first wetland near the nature center.

Address

9560 Withers Road
Loami, IL
62661

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

Telephone

+12175532060

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