• Brock Rowland Photography Exhibit

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

    South Gallery View photographs of plants and animals that our Program Specialist and gallery coordinator Brock Rowland has spotted on his outdoor adventures.

  • Wilderness Walk

    Sand Creek Conservation Area Sand Creek Open Space Reservation, Decatur, IL, United States

    Event details Join a naturalist on a leisurely walk along a District trail to explore and learn a little something along the way. Event requirements Free. Register online by noon the day prior. Register Online for this Event

  • Decatur’s First Photographers

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

    Event details Several professional photographers briefly stopped in or called Decatur their home in the years before and during the Civil War. Learn about their history as we discover our first local photographers, find evidence of their time in Decatur, and view some of their surviving work. Event requirements Free. No registration required.

  • 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.

  • Gallery of Hope Art Exhibit

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

    North and South Galleries and Exhibit Hall View over 200 pieces of artwork created by local children in partnership with Heritage Behavioral Health Center.

  • Sunday Storytime

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

    Event details Stop by the Children’s Room at Rock Springs Nature Center for stories, songs, and fun! We will read some nature stories, move our bodies, and spark some curiosity about the world around us. Event requirements Free. No registration required.

  • Brilliant Bison 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 Brilliant Bison, children will learn about the incredible prairie giant that used to call Illinois home. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor excursions. A snack and ...

  • Worm Moon

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

    Event details Join a naturalist to learn about the ‘worm’ moon, do a craft, and listen to a story. Then, go outside to view the full moon through our telescope. Event requirements $3/person. Register online by March 2. Register Online for this Event

  • Brilliant Bison 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 Brilliant Bison, children will learn about the incredible prairie giant that used to call Illinois home. $8/child. Online registration required. Dress for short outdoor excursions. A snack and ...

  • Saturday Stroll

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

    Event details Visit Rock Springs Nature Center to join a naturalist on a stroll along a trail. Come once or come every Saturday – nature is sure to show us something new each week! Event requirements Dress for the weather. Free. No registration required.

  • Sunday Storytime

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

    Event details Stop by the Children’s Room at Rock Springs Nature Center for stories, songs, and fun! We will read some nature stories, move our bodies, and spark some curiosity about the world around us. Event requirements Free. No registration required.