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Macon County Conservation District - Nature in Decatur

Today's Sunrise Sunset in Decatur, IL:
Sunrise is at: 7:09 AM
Sunset is at: 5:08 PM

from 7:00 a.m. until sunset, every day of the year.

For current updates about trail and park availability, please call the Conservation District Hotline at (217) 421-7493.

Depending on weather conditions, prescribed burns will be taking place at conservation areas November through mid-April.

Environmental awareness and stewardship don't require overwhelming changes. Visit our Green Living section to read tips and articles on how to incorporate greener living ideas into your daily life!

To promote the conservation of natural and cultural resources by acquiring, maintaining, and restoring natural areas and cultural sites so as to leave them unimpaired for future generations.

Pileated Woodpecker Nest Construction Video

Winter Mini Camps from November to February

About Macon County Conservation District
Macon County Conservation District is your entryway to more than 3,200 acres of nature, wildlife and outdoor recreation. H iking & bird watching are just some of the programs you can enjoy at Macon County Conservation areas. See Program & Events to find out what's happening throughout the Macon County Conservation District this summer.

Become A Wildlife Partner
Support the animals of the Rock Springs Nature Center for as little as $15 a year! Learn how to become a Wildlife Partner.

Visit Our Conservation Areas
Visit Macon County Conservation Areas for camping, hiking, bicycling, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, picnicking, fishing, and enjoying nature. Click on the links below for more information & maps to each conservation area:

Rock Springs Conservation Area
- Decatur, IL
Friends Creek Conservation Area
- Cisco, IL
Sand Creek Conservation Area
- Decatur, IL
Griswold Conservation Area
- Blue Mound, IL
Fort Daniel Conservation Area
- East of Mt. Zion, IL

The Macon County Conservation District invites you to visit the many natural areas in Macon County, Illinois, including Rock Springs Nature Center, which offers nature programs, special activities, nature hikes, summer camps, music programs, conference rooms for all ages throughout the year in Decatur, Illinois.

Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-7708
mccd@maconcountyconservation.org

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