Macon County Conservation District

Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-7708
mccd@maconccd.org

Annual Events

Hummingbird Festival

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

Experience the wonder of hummingbirds up close at the Macon County Conservation District’s annual Hummingbird Festival, taking place on Thursday, August 21, from 3-6 pm at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Attendees can watch as wild hummingbirds are carefully caught, banded, and released, offering a rare glimpse into the world of these fascinating creatures. Arrive early for a chance to help release a hummingbird and enter a drawing to win a special prize. Bring a lawn chair to the west lawn of Rock Springs Nature Center and enjoy the afternoon. You are welcome to bring your own snacks or picnic dinner ...

Prairie Pedal

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

Support local wildlife and natural areas by riding your bicycle in this annual fundraiser event for the Macon County Conservation Foundation.

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. Archery and canoeing are $3 per person, pumpkin painting is $5 per pumpkin, and all other events are free. The Macon County Conservation Foundation will also have a concession stand with snacks for purchase. No registration required.

Candlelight Tour

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

Electricity and modern conveniences were not always at our fingertips. Glimpse what an evening in the 1860s was like at Homestead Prairie Farm, lit by candlelight and lamplight, as guides in period clothing walk you through the home. Free. No registration required.

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