Rock Springs Ramble

Support local natural areas and wildlife at the Rock Springs Ramble, featuring a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-mile Run/Walk, the Rock Springs Ramble Challenge, and 1/4 mile Kids' Fun Run!  

This fundraiser supports the Macon County Conservation Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps fund natural area restoration and educational programs at the Macon County Conservation District, and its Rock Springs Nature Center.

The Macon County Conservation Foundation wants to highlight the importance of natural areas and our need for fresh air and space in nature. By registering to run or walk, you support these natural areas and their wildlife. In addition, those registered for the 5k and 1-mile Run/Walk will receive a finisher's medal and t-shirt.  Hand-painted wildlife rocks (created by local artist Sheryl Polley) will be awarded to top 3 finishers in 5 year age groups up 70 and over. Children registered for the Kids' Fun Run will receive a tree cookie medal. 

Don't forget to bring some cash and enter for a chance to win the 50/50 raffle!

After the run, join us for a pizza lunch!

Please note that the 5K and 1-mile Run/Walk will begin and end in the Rock Springs Nature Center parking lot, and the course will be on the paved Rock Springs-Fairview Bike Path. To qualify for the Rock Springs Ramble Challenge, participants must participate in both the 5K and the 1-mile.

Registration is $35 for 5K Run/Walk, $35 for 1-mile Run/Walk, $65 for the Rock Springs Challenge, and $10 for the Kids' Fun Run.

Register by April 18th to receive T-shirt and finishers medal on race day.

On-line and race day registration available. Online registration closes May 16th at 1pm.

Race packets and race swag will be available beginning May 16th.  Post-race, registered participants may pick up their items at their convenience from inside Rock Springs Nature Center, any time during Nature Center hours (8am-5pm).

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Make an Even Bigger Impact—Fundraise for the Rock Springs Ramble!

Support local conservation by asking friends and family to donate towards your efforts! Your participation helps preserve Macon County's natural resources and fund environmental education that reaches thousands each year. Our fundraising goal for each participant is $100, but feel free to aim higher—every dollar makes a difference!

As one of only five conservation districts in the entire state of Illinois, your contributions help protect and restore the beautiful natural areas that make our community special. Let’s rally together and ensure a bright future for the land and wildlife we love!

Team Up for Conservation—Fundraise Together for the Rock Springs Ramble!

Why not make an even bigger impact by rallying your friends, family, or coworkers to form a fundraising team? Together, you can raise vital funds for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, helping protect and restore our local natural areas and fund environmental education programs that inspire the next generation.

Set a team goal of $500 or more, and work together to reach it! As one of only five conservation districts in Illinois, your support helps ensure the future of the parks, prairies, and wildlife habitats we all cherish. Every donation—large or small—brings us closer to our shared goal of preserving Macon County’s natural beauty.

Let’s band together and make a lasting impact on the environment!