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.

Celestino Ruffini Artwork Exhibit

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

North Gallery Artist Celestino Ruffini uses many mediums to capture the beauty of nature, including coal, paint, pen, and wood.

Danny Pratt Photography Exhibit

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

South Gallery Enjoy photography of wildlife and landscapes from local photographer, Danny Pratt.

Event Series Dulcimer Club

Dulcimer Club

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

Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.

Acoustic Music Jam

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

Enjoy live bluegrass tunes at the monthly Acoustic Music Jam. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune, or simply enjoy the talents of these volunteer musicians. Free.

Van Trip to St. Louis Zoo

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

Observe wildlife from around the globe, including cheetahs, hippos, and sea lions in this van trip to St. Louis Zoo.

Preschool Peepers: Fishing Frenzy

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

Learn about the types of fish you can find in our local waterways, then, with help from your adult buddy, cast your fishing pole and see if you can catch anything!

Offices Closed, Nature Center Open for Juneteenth

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

The Macon County Conservation District Offices will be closed on Monday, June 19 for Juneteenth. The Rock Springs Nature Center will remain open.

Event Series Dulcimer Club

Dulcimer Club

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

Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.

Independence Day 1860

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

Enjoy an Independence Day celebration 1860s style! Tour Homestead Prairie Farm, see the heirloom vegetable and herb gardens, learn about archaeology, play with vintage toys and games, and at 2pm, enjoy a performance from the 33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band.

Curt Knapp Photography Exhibit

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

North Gallery Photographer Curt Knapp presents images of nature, including eagles, wolves, and sunsets.

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