Rock Springs Ramble
- Date Sat 17th May 2025 - Fri 30th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Decatur, Illinois
- Price $11.60 - $69.90
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Rock Springs Ramble, a vibrant event dedicated to supporting local natural areas and wildlife from May 17th to May 30th, 2025, in Decatur, Macon. This exciting fundraiser features a variety of activities including a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile run/walk, the Rock Springs Ramble Challenge, and a delightful 1/4 mile Kids' Fun Run! Participants in the 5K and 1-mile events will receive a finisher's medal, a T-shirt, and a tote bag, while the top three finishers in each age group will be awarded beautifully hand-painted wildlife rocks by local artist Sheryl Polley.
This year, participants are encouraged to make an even bigger impact by fundraising for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, which supports essential environmental restoration and education programs. With a registration fee of $35 for the 5K and 1-mile runs, and just $10 for the Kids' Fun Run, you'll not only enjoy a great day outdoors but also contribute to preserving Macon County's natural beauty. After the races, join us for a delicious pizza lunch and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. Let’s rally together for conservation and make a lasting
This year, participants are encouraged to make an even bigger impact by fundraising for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, which supports essential environmental restoration and education programs. With a registration fee of $35 for the 5K and 1-mile runs, and just $10 for the Kids' Fun Run, you'll not only enjoy a great day outdoors but also contribute to preserving Macon County's natural beauty. After the races, join us for a delicious pizza lunch and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. Let’s rally together for conservation and make a lasting
Organiser's Description
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 [https://www.maconcountyconservationfoundation.org/], a non-profit organization that helps fund natural area restoration and educational programs at the Macon County Conservation District [https://maconcountyconservation.org/], and its Rock Springs Nature Center [https://maconcountyconservation.org/conservation-areas/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, T-SHIRT, AND A TOTE BAG. 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.
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, and $10 FOR THE KIDS' FUN RUN.
REGISTER BY APRIL 18TH TO RECEIVE T-SHIRT, BAG 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).
NEW THIS YEAR - BECOME A FUNDRAISER!
MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACTFUNDRAISE FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/101703/BecomeFundraiser]!
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 higherevery 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. Lets rally together and ensure a bright future for the land and wildlife we love!
TEAM UP FOR CONSERVATIONFUNDRAISE 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 donationlarge or smallbrings us closer to our shared goal of preserving Macon Countys natural beauty.
Lets band together and make a lasting impact on the environment!
This fundraiser supports the Macon County Conservation Foundation [https://www.maconcountyconservationfoundation.org/], a non-profit organization that helps fund natural area restoration and educational programs at the Macon County Conservation District [https://maconcountyconservation.org/], and its Rock Springs Nature Center [https://maconcountyconservation.org/conservation-areas/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, T-SHIRT, AND A TOTE BAG. 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.
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, and $10 FOR THE KIDS' FUN RUN.
REGISTER BY APRIL 18TH TO RECEIVE T-SHIRT, BAG 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).
NEW THIS YEAR - BECOME A FUNDRAISER!
MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACTFUNDRAISE FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/101703/BecomeFundraiser]!
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 higherevery 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. Lets rally together and ensure a bright future for the land and wildlife we love!
TEAM UP FOR CONSERVATIONFUNDRAISE 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 donationlarge or smallbrings us closer to our shared goal of preserving Macon Countys natural beauty.
Lets band together and make a lasting impact on the environment!
Races
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Rock Springs Ramble 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Kids' Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$11.60
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1 Mile Walk/Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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5k Run/Walk Virtual
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
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1 Mile Run/Walk Virtual
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
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Rock Springs Challenge
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
The Rock Springs Challenge is for those wishing to participate in both the 5K and the 1-Mile run/walk. A special plaque will be awarded to those who participate in the Challenge.
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