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Come Visit with the IDNR at Conservation World!

The Illinois State Fair: August 13 – 23

We look forward to visiting with you at Conservation World at The Illinois State Fair, taking place August 13 – 23. The Division of Fisheries will be on hand conducting Fishing Clinics through our Urban and Community Fishing Program pond; the kids fishing pond will be open at the at the Fisheries Tent; and we will once again have the big mobile aquarium and small aquarium displays. The tent is open all day during Conservation World hours. Conservation World is located in the northwest corner of the fairgrounds, accessible by foot and tram. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Conservation World features 30 acres of hands-on activities, shows, demonstrations, learning opportunities, sensory hours, games, music, food and shade. There is fun for the whole family to be found at The Illinois State Fair!

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