Although we are in a new year, the effects of COVID-19 are still being felt around the nation. The Macon County Conservation District is working along with the Illinois Department of Public Health in an effort to keep people safe encouraging them to stay home as much as possible, and avoid group gatherings and travel.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rock Springs Nature Center will be temporarily closed to the public until further notice. In addition, in-person programs and events will be suspended through January. Nature Kits will still be available for curbside pick-up, and virtual programs are still on tap for the winter season. 

All conservation areas remain open for hiking. This includes Rock Springs, Fort Daniel, Sand Creek, Friends Creek, and Griswold Conservation Area. Pets are welcome but must be leashed. Macon County Conservation encourages you to social distance from those outside of your household. 

For updates and virtual programs, please visit maconcountyconservation.org or follow the Conservation District on Facebook. You can also call them at 423-7708.