BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Macon County Conservation District - ECPv6.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Macon County Conservation District X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.maconccd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Macon County Conservation District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001778-1786885200-1786896000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-16/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T150000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T191349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T191349Z UID:10001723-1786802400-1786806000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Forgotten Agriculture: Growing Hemp in Early Illinois DESCRIPTION:Event details\nBefore the Civil War\, hemp briefly took root on Illinois farms. Local historian Curtis Mann will share the attempts to grow it here. Discover a little-known episode of our state’s history and the unexpected ways it shaped our cultural landscape. The program is co-sponsored by the Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and the Macon County Conservation District. \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/forgotten-agriculture-growing-hemp-in-early-illinois/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001777-1786798800-1786809600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-15/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260210T214751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201752Z UID:10001736-1786788000-1786795200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Dulcimer Club DESCRIPTION:Event details\nDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument\, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. \nEvent requirements\nNone \nFree \nThis is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Rock Springs Nature Center is an accessible facility. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/dulcimer-club-3-2/2026-08-15/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/dulcimer12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221022Z UID:10001462-1786788000-1786788000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll DESCRIPTION:Event details\nVisit 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! \nEvent requirements\nDress for the weather. Free. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/saturday-stroll/2026-08-15/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family,Hikes & Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/4_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T180000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20240418T230023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T193338Z UID:10000187-1786528800-1786557600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Van Trip to Wheels O’ Time Museum DESCRIPTION:Discover antique locomotives and vintage cars at the Wheels O’ Time Museum in Dunlap\, IL. \n$45/person. Admission and lunch are on your own. Register online by noon August 10. \nRegister Online for this Event URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/van-trip-to-wheels-o-time-museum/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T190000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260501T194234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T194234Z UID:10001714-1786302000-1786302000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series: Harlem Hayfield DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for another season of incredible music in the great outdoors! \nThis outdoor concert series sponsored by Stifel Investment Services is held every other Sunday in the summer\, and features a variety of bands and performers that play Americana\, bluegrass\, folk\, old-time\, and more. Grab your lawn chairs\, pack a picnic blanket\, and join us every other Sunday for a relaxed evening of live entertainment. \nHarlem Hayfield pulls inspiration from different genres and each other\, resulting in a groove-centric genre they describe as “rustbelt soul.” \nThe performance begins at 7pm and will be held near the pavilions at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Snacks will be available for purchase. All concerts are free\, and in the event of rain\, we will move indoors. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/summer-concert-series-harlem-hayfield/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Exhibits & Performances,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Harlem-Hayfield-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T171212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T204628Z UID:10001740-1786284000-1786291200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Acoustic Music Jam DESCRIPTION:Event details\nEnjoy 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. \nEvent requirements\nNone \nFree \nThis is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Rock Springs Nature Center is an accessible facility. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/acoustic-music-jam-2/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/acoustic-music-jam.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T160504Z UID:10001666-1786284000-1786284000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Sunday Storytime DESCRIPTION:Event details\nStop 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. \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/sunday-storytime/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Kid-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/2_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001776-1786280400-1786291200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T230000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20220727T145222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T192508Z UID:10000042-1786219200-1786230000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Astronomy Jamboree DESCRIPTION:Enjoy live music\, children’s crafts\, and hot dogs over the fire\, then view the stars\, visible planets\, and possibly even a shooting star or two. Bring a lawn chair to sit and stay a while. \n Free. Register online by August 7. \nRegister Online for Astronomy Jamboree\nCalling amateur astronomers! We are looking for folks to bring and set up their telescopes and share knowledge during this “star party” at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Call Alysia at 217-423-7708 if you’re interested in bringing your scope. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/astronomy-jamboree/ LOCATION:Friends Creek Conservation Area\, 13734 Friends Creek Park Road\, Argenta\, IL\, 62501\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Featured,Fun For The Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/astronomy-jamboree-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001775-1786194000-1786204800@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221022Z UID:10001461-1786183200-1786183200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll DESCRIPTION:Event details\nVisit 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! \nEvent requirements\nDress for the weather. Free. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/saturday-stroll/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family,Hikes & Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/4_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T140000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T160504Z UID:10001665-1785679200-1785679200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Sunday Storytime DESCRIPTION:Event details\nStop 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. \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/sunday-storytime/2026-08-02/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Kid-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/2_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001774-1785675600-1785686400@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-02/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T150000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T190802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T190802Z UID:10001722-1785675600-1785682800@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:End of Summer Bash DESCRIPTION:Event details\nHelp us say farewell to summer and hello to the new school year with an End of Summer Bash! We will have lawn games\, hot dogs over the fire\, crafts\, and some of our educational animals ready to greet you. \nEvent requirements\n$5/person. Register online by August 7. \nRegister Online for End of Summer Bash URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/end-of-summer-bash/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family,Kid-Friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001773-1785589200-1785600000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20250211T210301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T210644Z UID:10001744-1785589200-1785600000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Bethel School Open House DESCRIPTION:See what going to school was like in the early 20th century at this historic one-room schoolhouse located at Friends Creek Conservation Area. \nBethel School is one of the best treasures in Macon County. Come and tour this one-room schoolhouse that served Macon County for over 50 years. \nStep back in history and tour Bethel School at Friends Creek Conservation Area. Admission is free and all ages are invited to attend. \n>> Read more about the Bethel School House URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/bethel-school-open-house-5-25/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:Friends Creek Conservation Area\, 13734 Friends Creek Park Road\, Argenta\, IL\, 62501\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Bethel-School_1200.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260210T214751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201752Z UID:10001735-1785578400-1785585600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Dulcimer Club DESCRIPTION:Event details\nDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument\, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. \nEvent requirements\nNone \nFree \nThis is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Rock Springs Nature Center is an accessible facility. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/dulcimer-club-3-2/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/dulcimer12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221022Z UID:10001460-1785578400-1785578400@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll DESCRIPTION:Event details\nVisit 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! \nEvent requirements\nDress for the weather. Free. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/saturday-stroll/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family,Hikes & Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/4_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T190000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260501T193925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T193925Z UID:10001713-1785092400-1785092400@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series: Back Porch Trio DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for another season of incredible music in the great outdoors! \nThis outdoor concert series sponsored by Stifel Investment Services is held every other Sunday in the summer\, and features a variety of bands and performers that play Americana\, bluegrass\, folk\, old-time\, and more. Grab your lawn chairs\, pack a picnic blanket\, and join us every other Sunday for a relaxed evening of live entertainment. \nAcoustic\, easy listening Back Porch Trio performs lots of favorites spanning several genres\, including folk\, rock\, and country on July 26. \nThe performance begins at 7pm and will be held near the pavilions at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Snacks will be available for purchase. All concerts are free\, and in the event of rain\, we will move indoors. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/summer-concert-series-back-porch-trio/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Exhibits & Performances,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Back-Porch-Trio-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T160504Z UID:10001664-1785074400-1785074400@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Sunday Storytime DESCRIPTION:Event details\nStop 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. \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/sunday-storytime/2026-07-26/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Kid-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/2_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001772-1785070800-1785081600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-07-26/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T150000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T190307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T190307Z UID:10001720-1784988000-1784991600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Audubon Intern Presentation DESCRIPTION:Event details\nThe 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! \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/audubon-intern-presentation/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001771-1784984400-1784995200@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-07-25/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221022Z UID:10001459-1784973600-1784973600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll DESCRIPTION:Event details\nVisit 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! \nEvent requirements\nDress for the weather. Free. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/saturday-stroll/2026-07-25/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Conservation Area\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Fun For The Family,Hikes & Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/4_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T140000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260211T210736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T160504Z UID:10001663-1784469600-1784469600@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Sunday Storytime DESCRIPTION:Event details\nStop 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. \nEvent requirements\nFree. No registration required. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/sunday-storytime/2026-07-19/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Kid-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/2_3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001770-1784466000-1784476800@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-07-19/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260513T210944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211056Z UID:10001769-1784379600-1784390400@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Homestead Prairie Farm Open House DESCRIPTION:Discover this 1860s farmhouse and the lives of the people who lived there\, located at Rock Springs Conservation Area. \n>> Read more about Homestead Prairie Farm URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/homestead-prairie-farm-open-house-2/2026-07-18/ LOCATION:Homestead Prairie Farm\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:History Programs,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/Homestead-Prairie-Farm-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T171717 CREATED:20260210T214751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T201752Z UID:10001734-1784368800-1784376000@www.maconccd.org SUMMARY:Dulcimer Club DESCRIPTION:Event details\nDulcimer Club Meetings at Rock Springs Nature Center offer a perfect opportunity to rediscover musical interests and talents. Bring your instrument\, learn a new tune or simply enjoy the musical talents of our volunteers. \nEvent requirements\nNone \nFree \nThis is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Rock Springs Nature Center is an accessible facility. URL:https://www.maconccd.org/events/dulcimer-club-3-2/2026-07-18/ LOCATION:Rock Springs Nature Center\, 3939 Nearing Lane\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.maconccd.org/wp-content/uploads/dulcimer12.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR