O'FALLON, IL. - After being held in northern Illinois for decades and growing into one of the largest conservation gatherings in the Midwest, the Wild Things Conference is taking root in Southern Illinois this month. With a focus on connecting people and nature across Illinois, the conference brings together conservation professionals, volunteers, educators, and advocates for a full day of learning about and celebrating the ecosystems and wild places of the Midwest.The Wild Things 2026 Conferenc...