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  • Wine in the Wild

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    Woodbine Farm 7206 Sefton Road, Dalton City, IL, United States

    Join us for the second annual Wine in the Wild on Saturday, June 13, 2026—an evening of celebration, connection, and conservation at the stunning Woodbine Farm. Cheers to 45 Years! Sip, savor, and support the Macon County Conservation Foundation as we honor nearly half a century of protecting the wild spaces and species that make Macon County so special. Our goal this year is to raise $45,000 in celebration of the Macon County Conservation Foundation’s 45 year anniversary! Enjoy a savory meal, delicious beverages, and fun outdoor games—all in a relaxed, scenic setting surrounded by prairie skies and good company, ...

    $75

  • Audubon Intern Presentation

    Rock Springs Conservation Area 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States

    Event details The Macon County Conservation District partners with the Decatur Area Audubon Society to support a seasonal intern that assists both organizations. This year’s intern will present a program on a topic of their choosing. Come prepared to learn and encourage! Event requirements Free. No registration required.

  • Beginners Foraging Workshop: Medicinal Plants

    Many native plants have medicinal properties, from echinacea to prickly pear. We will start indoors with a short presentation, go on a hike to look for wild medicinal plants, and finish in the kitchen to sample a tea made from native plants. Registrants will receive three recipe cards to take home. This program is part two of a three-part series. $10/person. Register online by September 4.  Register Online for Foraging Workshops

  • Taste of History

    The Staley Museum, Culver House, Millikin Homestead, and Oglesby Mansion will again host their fall Taste of History event. Tour these historic sites and enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres along the way (limit 1 alcoholic beverage per person at each location). Check the participating museums’ websites and Facebook pages for ticket sales and more information.

  • Phase 1 Grand Opening of Woodbine Farm

    Woodbine Farm 7206 Sefton Road, Dalton City, IL, United States

    Join us for the first phase grand opening of Woodbine Farm. See plan boards for the future of the site and chat with staff about the ongoing projects. Free. No registration required.

  • Beginners Foraging Workshop: Fruits and Seeds

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

    Illinois is home to several plants that produce edible seeds and fruits, including persimmons, pawpaws, and walnuts. We will learn about some of these tasty treats, go outside to see what we can find, and finish in the kitchen to sample something made with native fruit pulp. Registrants will receive three recipe cards to take home. This program is part three of a three-part series. $10/person. Register online by September 18.  Register Online for Foraging Workshops

  • Van Trip to Giant City State Park

    Head south to Giant City State Park to discover a totally different landscape than what we’re used to in Central Illinois! Stop by the visitor center, grab lunch at the lodge, and spend some time exploring the trails in this beautiful park. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes, and plan for a walk on an uneven trail with inclines and declines. $45/person covers transportation; lunch is not included. Register online by September 18. Register Online for this Van Trip

  • Van Trip to Bloomington Historic Sites

    Hop in our van for a trip to two historic sites in the Bloomington area. We will start with a tour of the David Davis Mansion, a home built in 1872 for David Davis, a judge and close friend of Abraham Lincoln. After lunch, we will venture to the McLean County Museum of History to learn about the history of the Bloomington area. $30/person covers transportation; lunch and museum admission are not included. Both the mansion and museum have a $10 admission fee. Register online by October 6. Register Online for this Van Trip