Macon County Conservation District

Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-7708
[email protected]

Programs & Activities

Events located at Rock Springs Conservation Area and open to all ages unless otherwise indicated. Register online by noon, unless otherwise noted.

I Spy Coyotes Mini Camp

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Children ages 1-5 will delve into the nocturnal world of coyotes and view a pelt, track, and skull in this one hour camp.

I Spy Coyotes Mini Camp

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Children ages 1-5 will delve into the nocturnal world of coyotes and view a pelt, track, and skull in this one hour camp.

Ragdoll Workshop

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Rag dolls are one of the most popular forms of children’s toys throughout history. Create and personalize your own old-fashioned rag doll.

Ragdoll Workshop

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Rag dolls are one of the most popular forms of children’s toys throughout history. Create and personalize your own old-fashioned rag doll.

Archaeology Open House

Homestead Prairie Farm 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Due to a construction project, dirt was removed from under the farmhouse at Homestead Prairie Farm where it was undisturbed for over 100 years. Stop by Homestead Prairie Farm to see what artifacts we have found by sifting so far this year.

Native American Lifeways

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Discover the lifestyles of the Native Americans who inhabited Illinois several hundred years ago as we celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day.

Homeschool Program: Historical Agriculture

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Homeschool children ages 5-15 can join a naturalist and explore nature and history topics through discussion, hands-on activities, crafts, and games.

Fall Harvest Festival

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Celebrate fall at Rock Springs Nature Center with fall-themed activities including archery, canoeing, pumpkin painting, wagon rides, tours at Homestead Prairie Farm, and more.

I Spy Stars Mini Camp

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Children ages 1-5 will dabble in the colors and designs of the night sky canvas above our heads in this one hour camp.

I Spy Stars Mini Camp

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Children ages 1-5 will dabble in the colors and designs of the night sky canvas above our heads in this one hour camp.

Snake and Turtle Show

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Learn about some of the unique adaptations of reptiles, and meet some up close for Reptile Awareness Day! We have several species to show you.

Van Trip to Tanners Orchard

Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

Venture to Speer, IL to visit Tanners Orchard, and pick apples, play games, explore a corn maze, meet a goat or a llama, and more.

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