Winter Nature Journaling
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILJoin a naturalist to learn journaling techniques and how to document your findings, then head outside to put those skills to work. Register online by January 27.
Programs & Activities
Events located at Rock Springs Conservation Area and open to all ages unless otherwise indicated. Register online by noon, unless otherwise noted.
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Intro to Digital Photography for Wildlife and Nature
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILJoin Joe Norton of the Decatur Camera Club for this four-week photography workshop. Participants will learn how to use their cameras, how to plan for the best photographic results in the outdoors, and get hands-on instruction.
Trip to Starved Rock for Eagle Viewing
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILTake a trip to this popular state park to look for wintering eagles, check out the visitor’s center, and visit the lock and dam museum. Register by February 3.
Dulcimer Club
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.
Flower Pot Snowman Craft for Adults
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILPaint and build a snowman out of small, terracotta flower pots. Register online by February 3.
Plants in Winter Homeschool Class
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILHomeschool children ages 5-15 can join a naturalist and explore nature and history topics through discussion, hands-on activities, crafts, and games. Register by February 6.
Intro to Digital Photography for Wildlife and Nature
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILJoin Joe Norton of the Decatur Camera Club for this four-week photography workshop. Participants will learn how to use their cameras, how to plan for the best photographic results in the outdoors, and get hands-on instruction.
Owl Prowl
Friends Creek Conservation Area 13734 Friends Creek Park Road, Argenta, ILLearn about these forest-dwelling, nocturnal predators. Discuss what makes owls special while we walk in search of some. Register online by February 10.
Acoustic Music Jam
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILAcoustic Music Jam at Rock Springs Nature Center offers a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. Free and open to the public.
Intro to Digital Photography for Wildlife and Nature
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILJoin Joe Norton of the Decatur Camera Club for this four-week photography workshop. Participants will learn how to use their cameras, how to plan for the best photographic results in the outdoors, and get hands-on instruction.
Macon County Conservation District Board Meeting
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILMacon County Conservation District Board Meeting at Rock Springs Nature Center
Dulcimer Club
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, ILDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.
