Rock Springs Nature Center

Rock Springs Nature Center entrance
Address
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521 United States Get Directions

Rock Springs Conservation Area and Rock Springs Nature Center are located at 3939 Nearing Lane in Decatur, Illinois.

Rock Springs Nature Center GPS Coordinates are:
39.817713 N, 89.00932 W

Rock Springs Nature Center is located on the southwestern edge of Decatur, Illinois. To get to Rock Springs Center from Decatur go south on Route 48 and turn right onto Rock Springs Road. Watch for signs. Plenty of free parking is available.

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Events at this venue

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  • 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.

  • 60th Anniversary Trivia Night

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

    Event details Gather your friends and join Nature Center staff for a fun night of trivia! There will be six rounds of 10 questions, in categories including local flora and fauna, local history, and more. The winning team will get a trophy and a prize! Tables of 8 are available for $80 each. Light snacks will be available, and you are welcome to bring your own food. All proceeds support educational programming at the Macon County Conservation District. Event requirements Register online by March 18. Register Online for this Event

  • 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.

  • Macon County Conservation District Board Meeting

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

    All meetings will be held the third Wednesday of the month at the Rock Springs Nature Center at 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise specified or notified.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Beautiful Bluebirds 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 Beautiful Bluebirds, children will find out why the pretty Eastern bluebird is a sign of spring and see what they’re up to in the spring and summer. $8/child. ...

  • Beautiful Bluebirds 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 Beautiful Bluebirds, children will find out why the pretty Eastern bluebird is a sign of spring and see what they’re up to in the spring and summer. $8/child. ...

  • Wilderness Walk

    Rock Springs Nature Center 3939 Nearing Lane, 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. Hike will take place at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Event requirements Free. Register online by noon the day prior. Register Online for this Event

  • Nature Center Open, Offices Closed for Good Friday

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

    Rock Springs Nature Center will be open Friday, April 3. Conservation District business offices will be closed for Good Friday.

  • Egg Hunt

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

    Event 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

  • 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.