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Macon County Conservation District Macon County Conservation District

History of the Macon County Conservation District

Sat, Jul 11, 2026 • 2:00 PM—3:00 PM
Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL
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Event details There are only five county conservation districts in Illinois. Have you ever wondered why Macon County has one of the five? Learn the early history of the Macon County Conservation District from longtime employee Melody Arnold. Event requirements Free. No registration required.
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