May
Alan and Chris Perry PhotographyWednesday, May 1, 2019 - Sunday, Jun 30, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Enjoy scenic photos of a variety of nature subjects including wildlife, flowers, and landscapes from photographers Alan and Chris Perry in the North Gallery of Rock Springs Nature Center.
Read MoreFree Field Trip Transportation from Decatur Audubon
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 - Tuesday, Dec 31, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
The Decatur Audubon Society will cover transportation costs for 20 school buses to take field trips to Rock Springs Nature Center or any of the five Macon County Conservation Areas, from now until the end of the 2018-2019 school year.
Read MoreKattina Williams Photography
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 - Sunday, Jun 30, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
View photography of wildlife, flowers, and exotic birds in the South Gallery of Rock Springs Nature Center.
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Wednesday, May 1, 2019 - Friday, May 24, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children and teens of Macon County are invited to participate in a Nature Photography Contest organized by the Macon County Conservation District. Entries are due May 24.
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Saturday, May 25, 2019 | 12:00 pm
BeautifulTrobaughField, Decatur, IL
Join us for the national pastime: base ball! Cheer for your home team, the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels, in a game of vintage base ball played with authentic 1858 rules.
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Saturday, May 25, 2019 | 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friend’s Creek Conservation Area, Cisco, IL
Explore Friends Creek Conservation Area in the dark and use your senses to find the way through the woods. Discover what makes your eyes, ears, and nose work at night. Register online by May 24.
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Sunday, May 26, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Experienced singers from the Charleston-Mattoon Sacred Harp Singers will delight the public with their unique music.
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Sunday, May 26, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Learn how to attract bees to your flower garden by creating a one-of-a-kind bee bath. Register online by May 24.
Read MoreOffices Closed for Memorial Day
Monday, May 27, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Rock Springs Nature Center is open. Business offices are closed.
Read MoreVolunteer Training: Children with Autism
Friday, May 31, 2019 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
This is a special event held for Volunteers. This class will include basic information on autism and how to work with children on the spectrum.
Read MoreSummer Camp Volunteer Training
Friday, May 31, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
This is a special event held for Volunteers. During this training, we’ll cover all of the important things you need to know as a camp volunteer, such as duties and safety, and meet the new camp staff.
Read MoreJune
Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
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Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friend’s Creek Conservation Area, Cisco, IL
See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area.
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Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreArt Exhibit Open House
Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Artists and art lovers are invited to view our exhibit, Nature through Art, before it closes.
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Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Sunday, Jun 2, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Sunday, Jun 2, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
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Tuesday, Jun 4, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will explore the life of wiggly caterpillars through movement, hands-on activities, and outdoor exploration.
Read MoreWednesday, Jun 5, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreThursday, Jun 6, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will explore the life of wiggly caterpillars through movement, hands-on activities, and outdoor exploration.
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Thursday, Jun 6, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Enjoy music played by Cross Country Classics. Free.
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Thursday, Jun 6, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Meet, feel, and learn about resident animals and their ways of life, plus learn what makes snakes, turtles, lizards, and alligators alike.
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Saturday, Jun 8, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Learn about the games and toys that pioneers played with and try your hand at them.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 8, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 8, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Sunday, Jun 9, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bluegrass Music Jam at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSunday, Jun 9, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Tuesday, Jun 11, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will rediscover leaves, bark, and roots through sight, touch, and play.
Read MoreWednesday, Jun 12, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreThursday, Jun 13, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will rediscover leaves, bark, and roots through sight, touch, and play.
Read MoreThursday, Jun 13, 2019 | 7:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Prairie Heritage Volunteers fill many niches at Homestead Prairie Farm, from carpentry work to costumed interpretation. Receive your monthly update at this meeting. Refreshments provided.
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Friday, Jun 14, 2019 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
This is a special event held for Volunteers. On this hike we will talk about what volunteer trail monitors do and learn about the Rock Springs Bottling Plant.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 15, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
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Saturday, Jun 15, 2019 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Ride with us to Peoria to observe a variety of species native to Illinois, including bison, wolves, river otters, and more!
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 15, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 15, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Jun 16, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Sunday, Jun 16, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
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Monday, Jun 17, 2019 | 9:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover the seas and craters of the moon through our telescope, then head out on a short hike lit only by the moon itself.
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Tuesday, Jun 18, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will fly into the world of hawks and observe a hawk skull and egg.
Read MoreWednesday, Jun 19, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreMacon County Conservation District Board Meeting
Wednesday, Jun 19, 2019 | 5:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Macon County Conservation District Board Meeting at Rock Springs Nature Center
Read MoreThursday, Jun 20, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will fly into the world of hawks and observe a hawk skull and egg.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 22, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Saturday, Jun 22, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Griswold Conservation Area, Blue Mound, IL
Rock hounds are invited to join us at Griswold Conservation Area to learn about rocks and how they are formed, then search through a glacial kame and see what you can find.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 22, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Sunday, Jun 23, 2019 - Tuesday, Jun 25, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Join staff on a trip to the Great Lakes to fish for walleye on a charter boat. Price includes two day charter, fishing equipment, transportation, and lodging. For all ages. Register online by June 14.
Read MoreSunday, Jun 23, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreThe Orphan Trains in Illinois
Sunday, Jun 23, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Guest speaker Rochelle Gridley, a Central Illinois librarian and also a volunteer at the McLean County Museum of History, will tell the stories of several local children including some from Decatur and Macon County.
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Tuesday, Jun 25, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will feel the sun on your face as we explore the mysteries and wonders of our warm, shining sun.
Read MoreWednesday, Jun 26, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreThursday, Jun 27, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will feel the sun on your face as we explore the mysteries and wonders of our warm, shining sun.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 29, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 29, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Saturday, Jun 29, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Enjoy an Independence Day celebration 1860s style! Tour Homestead Prairie Farm, try old-time toys and games, enjoy a music concert by the Rock Springs Dulcimer Club at 2pm, and an ice cream social after the concert.
Read MoreSaturday, Jun 29, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Jun 30, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Jun 30, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Sunday, Jun 30, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
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Robert Reed Photography ExhibitMonday, Jul 1, 2019 - Saturday, Aug 31, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Rock Springs South Gallery
Discover exotic and local wildlife photography by Robert Reed featuring polar bears, elk, raccoons, foxes, birds, butterflies, and flowers.
Sue Watts Watercolor Exhibit
Monday, Jul 1, 2019 - Saturday, Aug 31, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Rock Springs North Gallery
Experience nature-themed watercolor paintings by Sue Watts featuring landscapes, barns, birds, and butterflies.
Tuesday, Jul 2, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will learn about speedy ruby throated hummingbirds through a feathery craft and watch wild hummingbirds in nature.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 3, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will learn about speedy ruby throated hummingbirds through a feathery craft and watch wild hummingbirds in nature.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 3, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreOffices & Nature Center Closed
Thursday, Jul 4, 2019 | All Day
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Offices & Nature Center Closed on Thursday, July 4, for Independence Day.
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Saturday, Jul 6, 2019 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Visit this raptor education and rehabilitation center outside of St. Louis and see a variety of birds of prey, including owls, vultures, eagles, and more.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 6, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friend’s Creek Conservation Area, Cisco, IL
See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 6, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 6, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 7, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Tuesday, Jul 9, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will discover rainbows and the colors of nature through activities, songs, and stories.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 10, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreThursday, Jul 11, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will discover rainbows and the colors of nature through activities, songs, and stories.
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Thursday, Jul 11, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Meet, feel, and learn about resident animals and their ways of life, plus learn what makes snakes, turtles, lizards, and alligators alike. We have several live species to show you.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 13, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 13, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 13, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Saturday, Jul 13, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Where can you find river otters in Macon County? Learn about their habitat, diet, and more, then make a craft to take home.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 14, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bluegrass Music Jam at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 14, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 14, 2019 | 1:00 pm
Nokomis Memorial Park, Nokomis, IL – Away game against the Springfield Long Nine and Bloomington Prairie Chickens
Join us for the national pastime: base ball! Cheer for your home team, the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels, in a game of vintage base ball played with authentic 1858 rules.
Sunday, Jul 14, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Take a hike through one of our restored prairies and learn about the plants and animals within, and their relationship with this special habitat.
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Tuesday, Jul 16, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will find out why woodpeckers tap on wood and what they eat as we learn about the many kinds of local woodpeckers.
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Tuesday, Jul 16, 2019 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis, MO
Observe wildlife from around the globe, including cheetahs, hippos, and sea lions on this group trip to the St. Louis Zoo with Macon County Conservation District.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 17, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreMacon County Conservation District Board Meeting
Wednesday, Jul 17, 2019 | 5:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Macon County Conservation District Board Meeting at Rock Springs Nature Center
Read MoreThursday, Jul 18, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will find out why woodpeckers tap on wood and what they eat as we learn about the many kinds of local woodpeckers.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 20, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 20, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Saturday, Jul 20, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Determine fact from fiction in this two-hour program about nature’s only flying mammal.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 21, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Sunday, Jul 21, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
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Tuesday, Jul 23, 2019 | 9:30 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will step into the lives of foxes, nuthatches, and many more forest animals while observing pelts, skulls, and eggs.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 24, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreThursday, Jul 25, 2019 | 10:00 am
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Children ages 1-5 will step into the lives of foxes, nuthatches, and many more forest animals while observing pelts, skulls, and eggs.
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Saturday, Jul 27, 2019 | All Day
Join us for the national pastime: base ball! Cheer for your home team, the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels, in a game of vintage base ball played with authentic 1858 rules.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 27, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 27, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Saturday, Jul 27, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dendrochronology, also known as tree ring dating, has applications in archaeology, climatology, and ecology. This presentation shows the tools used, the collection and analysis of cores, and applications in historic and prehistoric archaeology.
Read MoreSaturday, Jul 27, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 28, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Jul 28, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Sunday, Jul 28, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
Read MoreWednesday, Jul 31, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreAugust
Thursday, Aug 1, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Enjoy music played by Cross Country Classics. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 3, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friend’s Creek Conservation Area, Cisco, IL
See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 3, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 3, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Saturday, Aug 3, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Fort Daniel Conservation Area, Decatur, IL
Meet us at Fort Daniel Conservation Area to look for insects in the air and in the water.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 4, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreRailroads in the Civil War
Sunday, Aug 4, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Find out how an industry in its infancy helped end the Civil War with Guest speaker and retired teacher Don Chamberlain.
Read MoreWednesday, Aug 7, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Thursday, Aug 8, 2019 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Meet, feel, and learn about resident animals and their ways of life, plus learn what makes snakes, turtles, lizards, and alligators alike. We have several live species to show you.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 10, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 10, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 10, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Saturday, Aug 10, 2019 - Sunday, Aug 11, 2019 | 10:00 pm - 12:00 am
Griswold Conservation Area, Blue Mound, IL
At Griswold Conservation Area, experience the Perseid Meteor Shower near its August 12th peak, make s’mores, and enjoy a truly dark sky.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 11, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bluegrass Music Jam at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 11, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreAdult Wreath Craft
Sunday, Aug 11, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Adults are invited to make a wreath bird feeder to take home. The birds in your backyard will love snacking on this edible wreath!
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Sunday, Aug 11, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Bring your lawn chair to Rock Springs Nature Center’s West Lawn to enjoy an evening of bluegrass, folk, or old-time country music.
Read MoreTuesday, Aug 13, 2019 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis, MO
Observe wildlife from around the globe, including cheetahs, hippos, and sea lions on this group trip to the St. Louis Zoo with Macon County Conservation District.
Read MoreWednesday, Aug 14, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 17, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Saturday, Aug 17, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Learn what you can do in your own backyard to help local wildlife. Each registered family will receive a free bluebird nest box to take home!
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 17, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 18, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreExploring Central Illinois 200 Years Ago
Sunday, Aug 18, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
In the late summer of 1819, a German settler newly arrived in Illinois set off with a guide to explore Central Illinois and the Sangamon River Valley. Retrace their path and learn what they saw and the people they met as they crossed several present-day counties.
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Sunday, Aug 18, 2019 | 6:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Sunday, August 18, 6:30pm at Rock Springs Nature Center
Read MoreTuesday, Aug 20, 2019 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis, MO
Observe wildlife from around the globe, including cheetahs, hippos, and sea lions on this group trip to the St. Louis Zoo with Macon County Conservation District.
Read MoreWednesday, Aug 21, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreMacon County Conservation District Board Meeting
Wednesday, Aug 21, 2019 | 5:30 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Macon County Conservation District Board Meeting at Rock Springs Nature Center
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 24, 2019 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Dulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer 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.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 24, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 24, 2019 | 1:00 pm
Kennekuk County Park, Danville, IL – Away game against the Vermilion Voles
Join us for the national pastime: base ball! Cheer for your home team, the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels, in a game of vintage base ball played with authentic 1858 rules.
Saturday, Aug 24, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
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Saturday, Aug 24, 2019 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friend’s Creek Conservation Area, Cisco, IL
Enjoy a free concert from 7-7:45pm, create a craft to take home, enter a giveaway, and view the stars and visible planets. Hot dogs, marshmallows, and water provided. Bring your telescope and share your knowledge.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 25, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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Sunday, Aug 25, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Step inside a canoe and take a relaxing ride on our bike trail pond.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 25, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSunday, Aug 25, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Experienced singers from the Charleston-Mattoon Sacred Harp Singers will delight the public with their unique music.
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Tuesday, Aug 27, 2019 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Learn all about hummingbirds. Watch as we capture, band, and release wild birds. Co-sponsored by Decatur Audubon.
Read MoreWednesday, Aug 28, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 31, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Aug 31, 2019 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oglesby Mansion, Decatur, IL
Tour the restored home of Illinois Governor Richard J. Oglesby. Encounter the lives of its family members and explore their late 1800s lifestyle. $2/person. Members are free.
Read MorePhotography Exhibit Open House
Saturday, Aug 31, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Stop by Rock Springs Nature Center and view photographs taken by talented local photographers as well as the winners of the Children’s Photography Contest.
Read MoreSeptember
Sunday, Sep 1, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Sep 7, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Sep 8, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Sep 14, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Sep 15, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Sep 21, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Sep 22, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Sep 28, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Sep 29, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreOctober
Saturday, Oct 5, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Oct 6, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Oct 12, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Oct 13, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Oct 19, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Oct 20, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSaturday, Oct 26, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Homestead Prairie Farm, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
Read MoreSunday, Oct 27, 2019 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, IL
Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there. Located at Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Free.
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