Gallery of Hope Art Exhibit
North and South Galleries and Exhibit Hall View over 200 pieces of artwork created by local children in partnership with Heritage Behavioral Health Center.
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Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United States
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Saturday Stroll
Rock Springs Conservation Area 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent 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.
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Egg Hunt
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent details From tiny, bright blue eggs to expertly camouflaged speckled eggs, birds lay a variety of different types of eggs. Learn about some of our local birds and the eggs they lay, then go on a walk to hunt for hidden eggs! There will be a special prize for the person who finds the Golden Egg. Don’t forget to bring your basket! Event requirements Register online by April 2. Free Register Online for this Event
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Sunday Storytime
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent 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.
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Offices & Nature Center Closed for Easter
The Rock Springs Nature Center and business offices are closed for Easter. However the trails at all five conservation areas remain open for you to enjoy.
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Homeschool Program: Microscopic Life
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent 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 Microscopic Life, get out your magnifying glasses and get ready to inspect some tiny critters! We’ll take a look at a variety of things through our microscope and go outside to see what we can find. Event requirements Register online by April 6. $15/child. Register Online for Microscopic Life
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Saturday Stroll
Rock Springs Conservation Area 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent 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.
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Dulcimer Club
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents.
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Sunday Storytime
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent 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.
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Acoustic Music Jam
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesEvent details Enjoy live bluegrass tunes at the monthly Acoustic Music Jam. Bring your instrument, learn a new tune, or simply enjoy the talents of these volunteer musicians. Event requirements None Free This is an inclusive program, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Rock Springs Nature Center is an accessible facility.
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Van Trip to Havana, IL
Join us on a trip to the Havana area to visit two interesting sites! First, we will stop at the Jake Wolf Memorial Fish Hatchery to tour this hatchery operated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Then, we will visit Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge to explore and do some bird watching. Be prepared to walk and spend time outdoors. We will stop for lunch along the way (lunch is not included). $45/person. Register online by April 10. Register Online for this Event
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Vibrant Rainbows Mini Camp
Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL, United StatesChildren 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 Vibrant Rainbows, children will explore the colors of the rainbow and find out why we seem to only see them before or after rain. $8/child. Online registration required. ...
