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Rock Springs Ramble 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 8:00 am

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Macon County Conservation District Areas

Rock Springs Conservation Area in Decatur, IL

Rock Springs Nature Center in Decatur, IL

Friends Creek Conservation Area in Cisco, IL

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Griswold Conservation Area in Blue Mound, IL

Sand Creek Conservation Area in Decatur, IL

Fort Daniel Conservation Area in Mt. Zion, IL

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News & Announcements

With the busy summer and fall seasons behind us, we’re turning our focus to several exciting new projects that will benefit both our community and local ecosystems. Here’s a look into three of our biggest projects.

Built by Nature, Crafted by Us. Here’s the Story Behind the New Timber Frame Pavilion at Friends Creek Conservation Area

For the past several months, there has been a project that we have kept quiet about while our staff worked hard to complete it. We sat down with Friends Creek Site Superintendent, Andy Murphy, to learn all the details about this newest structure at the Friends Creek Conservation Area [...]

Decatur Area Audubon Society Bus Grants for 2024-25 School Year

Decatur Area Audubon Society is once again providing funding towards bus transportation for the 2024-25 school year to Rock Springs Nature Center or any of the five Macon County Conservation Areas, or towards in-classroom programs with Conservation District staff. This grant applies to any school in Macon County, or those [...]

Homeschool Programs Returning for Fall at Macon County Conservation District

As the leaves start to turn and a crispness fills the air, it's the perfect time for homeschool children to delve into nature and history with Macon County Conservation District’s fall homeschool programs. Designed for ages 5-15, these programs offer an engaging blend of discussion, hands-on activities, crafts, and games [...]

Grant for Bike Trail Renovations

On Thursday, May 16, the Macon County Conservation District hosted a public open house to give residents a chance to review plans for renovations to a portion of the Rock Springs-Fairview Bike Trail as well as improvements to Steven's Creek. The primary objectives of this project are to stabilize [...]

Rock Springs Bike Trail Closure

IMPORTANT NOTICE After all the recent rains, our crews discovered a culvert on the bike trail had damage, and the surrounding soil and rock has begun to erode away. For the safety of our bikers, hikers, and visitors, we will be closing a portion of the bike trail for the [...]

Giving Tuesday

Giving Back This Giving Tuesday Giving a little helps a lot. On Giving Tuesday, people all around the world do their part to give back! This year, we're asking for your support to help us protect and conserve the natural resources of our community. Your donations will help us to: [...]

Decatur Audubon Society Funding Bus Transportation and Programs at Macon County Conservation District

The Decatur Audubon Society is covering field trip transportation costs for students to visit Rock Springs Nature Center or any other Conservation Area. Funds may also pay for in-class or virtual Zoom programs with Conservation District staff, at a cost of up to $10,000. Learn More

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Macon County Conservation District in Macon County, Illinois

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 is your entryway to more than 3,600 acres of nature, historic sites, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. Hiking and bird watching are just some of the activities you can enjoy at Macon County conservation areas. Visit Rock Springs Nature Center to experience exhibits, live animals, or nature center events offered year-round.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Macon County Conservation District is to promote the conservation of natural and cultural resources by acquiring, maintaining, and restoring areas of natural and cultural significance within Macon County, and to protect and preserve those spaces for the education, recreation, and enjoyment of all its citizens in perpetuity.

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Featured & Upcoming Events at Macon County Conservation District

Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 8:00 am

Macon County Conservation District Areas

News & Announcements

Upcoming Events

FUN FOR THE FAMILY

KID-FRIENDLY EVENTS

ANNUAL EVENTS

ART & MUSIC

HISTORY PROGRAMS

Macon County Conservation District in Macon County, Illinois

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