Macon County Soil and Water Conservation District

04/08/2026

*UPDATE*

The power has been restored and the Conservation Area is back open!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

There is a downed power line on Brozio Lane and power is out to all facilities at the Rock Springs Conservation Area. Access to the Conservation Area it's is also closed. We will post when we are able to reopen. Thank you for your understanding.

04/07/2026

So thankful for the opportunity to partner with our Farm Bureau friends to inspire the next generation of farmers, conservationists, conscious consumers, and educated community members!

Agucation gives area fifth grade students a firsthand approach to agriculture and how it touches their lives.

03/24/2026

Happy National Ag Day!

On , we recognize the unwavering dedication of American farmers, ranchers, and producers who provide the food and resources that sustain our communities. USDA is committed to putting farmers FIRST by supporting their vital work, always ❤️🇺🇸🧑‍🌾

03/24/2026

Teachers - join us! Spots will fill up fast for this one - register today.

03/05/2026

Join our friends at Macon County Farm Bureau, American Farmland Trust, and the City of Decatur to learn about the FLASH group! Landowners and community members are encouraged to attend the meeting on March 17th to see how they can get involved and benefit from this conservation program.

03/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Meeting!

We truly appreciate the landowners, partners, and community members who took the time to join us for breakfast, participate in our board elections, and learn more about conservation efforts happening here in Macon County. Your support and engagement help make our work possible.

A special thank you to our speakers from ADM, NRCS, IDNR, and SWCD for sharing valuable information about conservation and cost-share opportunities available to local landowners.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our generous sponsors who helped make this event possible: ADM, Scheels, Seevers Farm Drainage, Adams Aerial Solutions, Brown Seed Sales, and Sharp Edges. Your support of conservation in Macon County is greatly appreciated.

We look forward to continuing to work together to protect and improve our natural resources in Macon County. Thank you for being part of our conservation community!

02/19/2026

We are officially one week out from our annual meeting! There is still time to RSVP- call our office or message us to reserve your spot.
We look forward to seeing you!

You’re invited to attend the SWCD Annual Meeting on February 26 at 8:30 a.m. Join us for a complimentary breakfast, Board of Directors elections, and our annual business meeting as we reflect on the past year and share updates on local conservation efforts.

The morning will conclude with a keynote speaker discussing current conservation programs and opportunities.

All are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP to the office by February 23.
217-877-5670 x3 or [email protected]

02/10/2026

Spring is right around the corner—now’s the perfect time to plan your landscape and pond management!

We are now accepting orders for both our Tree Sale and Fish Sale. An extended tree sale list is available upon request!

📅 Important Dates to Remember:

Carp orders due: April 2
Tree orders due: April 14
All other fish orders due: April 16
Fish pickup: April 23 at 9:00 AM
Tree pickup: April 30 at 9:00 AM

📞 Please contact our office to place an order or if you have any questions—we’re happy to help!

01/21/2026

You’re invited to attend the SWCD Annual Meeting on February 26 at 8:30 a.m. Join us for a complimentary breakfast, Board of Directors elections, and our annual business meeting as we reflect on the past year and share updates on local conservation efforts.

The morning will conclude with a keynote speaker discussing current conservation programs and opportunities.

All are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP to the office by February 23.
217-877-5670 x3 or [email protected]

01/06/2026

Get your applications in by February 28th. Would love to have someone who wants to stay in the area and put down roots with us!

11/14/2025

📣 We’re Back in the Office!

The Macon County Soil & Water Conservation District team is officially back in the office and ready to serve you! 🌱

We now have full access to our office phone again. If you are still waiting on a response from us, please don’t hesitate to reach out—your message may not have come through while we were out of the office.

Feel free to contact us with any questions about programs, services, or upcoming opportunities. We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing everyone again!

— Delaney + Meadow