Macon County Conservation District

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

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Bushy Squirrels Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Bushy Squirrels, children will discover why squirrels always seem so busy and find out what they’re hiding. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor excursions. A snack ...

$8

Bushy Squirrels Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Bushy Squirrels, children will discover why squirrels always seem so busy and find out what they’re hiding. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor excursions. A snack ...

$8

Preschool Peepers: Marching Ants

Prepare to get dirty as we learn about the life of these tiny creatures and go outside to search for some. $2/child. Register online by September 19. Register Online for this Event

Ruby Red Ladybugs Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Ruby Red Ladybugs, children will go on a search for these crimson beetles, learn about their lives, and see how many spots they can count. $8/child. Online registration ...

$8

Homeschool Program: Beneficial Bats

Friends Creek Conservation Area 13734 Friends Creek Park Road, Argenta, IL, United States

Event details Homeschool children ages 5-15 can join a naturalist and explore nature and history topics through discussion, hands-on activities, crafts, and games. Homeschool students will spend time indoors and outdoors, investigating concepts and engaging with nature. In Beneficial Bats, learn what makes bats so fascinating, determine myth from reality, and go on a walk to search for some. Event requirements Register online by noon October 6. $15/child. Meet at Bethel Schoolhouse at Friends Creek Conservation Area Register Online for this Event

$15

Ruby Red Ladybugs Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Ruby Red Ladybugs, children will go on a search for these crimson beetles, learn about their lives, and see how many spots they can count. $8/child. Online registration ...

$8

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.

Treat Trail

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

Explore Rock Springs after dark for a spooky stroll along the treat trail! Put on your costume and bring your treat bag to visit a series of treat stops along the bike trail and through the pine forest. Each stop will also have an interactive activity to take part in. When you're through, stop inside the Nature Center for warm apple cider and cookies. $5 per treat-collector, $2 per accompanying guest. Register online by October 15. Register Online for this Event  

$5

Preschool Peepers: Fall Colors

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

Discover the colors of fall as we do a craft, read a story, and go outside in search of fall hues. $2/child. Register online by October 17.  Register Online for this Event

Fuzzy Bats Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Fuzzy Bats, children will explore the lives of nature’s only flying mammal and learn what it means to be nocturnal. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor ...

$8

Fuzzy Bats Mini Camp

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

Children ages 1 through 5 will explore nature with an adult companion through crafts, activities, songs, and stories. In this hour long camp, children will learn to analyze their surroundings and begin their love of exploration of the outside world through crafts, activities, songs, stories and hikes. These camps are a great stepping stone for little ones to spend time with other children and have the comfort of a loved one nearby. In Fuzzy Bats, children will explore the lives of nature’s only flying mammal and learn what it means to be nocturnal. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor ...

$8

Night Hike

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

How do our other senses compensate when our eyesight is limited? Find out through fun, sensory activities on a night hike along the Rock Springs - Fairview Bike Trail. Participants will meet on the Westlawn, west of the Rock Springs Nature Center. Please dress for the weather. $5/person. Register online by October 31. Register Online for this Event

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