Events
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Easter at Pleasant Hill Lake Park
March 30, 2024Meet the Easter bunny and hunt for eggs at Pleasant Hill Lake Park! Plus enjoy crafts and more. Spend the day at the lake! -
Easter at Atwood Lake Park
March 30, 2024 10:00 am – 2:00 pmMeet the Easter bunny and hunt for eggs at Atwood Lake Park! -
Atwood Welcome Back Weekend & Solar Eclipse
April 5, 2024 – April 7, 2024Celebrate the first weekend of seasonal camping and learn about the upcoming Solar Eclipse! -
Charles Mill Welcome Back Weekend & Solar Eclipse
April 5, 2024 – April 7, 2024Celebrate the first weekend of seasonal camping and learn about the upcoming Solar Eclipse! -
Pleasant Hill Welcome Back Campers & Solar Eclipse
April 5, 2024 – April 7, 2024Celebrate the first weekend of seasonal camping and learn about the upcoming Solar Eclipse! -
Tappan Welcome Back Weekend & Solar Eclipse
April 5, 2024 – April 7, 2024Celebrate the first weekend of seasonal camping and learn about the upcoming Solar Eclipse! -
Ohio Boating Education Course at Tappan Marina
April 20, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pmIf you were born on or after January 1, 1982 Ohio law requires that you complete an approved boating safety education course to operate any powered watercraft greater than 10 horsepower. You can meet Ohio’s Boater Education requirement by attending this approved boating education course and passing a proficiency exam. -
Charles Mill Mohican Wildlife Weekend
April 26, 2024 – April 27, 2024This annual event highlights the Greater Mohican Area located in Ohio’s Ashland and Richland Counties. Special programs feature the area’s rich heritage, abundant wildlife, vast recreation opportunities, and diverse natural resources. -
Pleasant Hill Mohican Wildlife Weekend
April 27, 2024This annual event highlights the Greater Mohican Area located in Ohio’s Ashland and Richland Counties. Special programs feature the area’s rich heritage, abundant wildlife, vast recreation opportunities, and diverse natural resources. -
Ohio Boating Education Course at Atwood Lake Park
April 27, 2024 8:00 am – 5:00 pmIf you were born on or after January 1, 1982 Ohio law requires that you complete an approved boating safety education course to operate any powered watercraft greater than 10 horsepower. You can meet Ohio’s Boating Education requirement by attending this approved boating education course and passing a proficiency exam.
News
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MWCD: Honoring our Past, Planning our Future
March 7, 2024Published by: Craig Butler, MWCD Executive Director Last year was a landmark year for the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) as we honored our past by celebrating 90 years of […] -
Country Waves 2024 – Featuring Joe Nichols
March 4, 2024Join us at Atwood Lake Park on August 17, 2024, for our second annual Country Waves Concert with Joe Nichols, Travis Denning & Catie Offerman performing. Tickets are on sale […] -
MWCD Rangers Complete CPR and First Aid Training
February 23, 2024In a commitment to ensure the safety and well-being of our visitors, our dedicated park rangers recently participated in a comprehensive CPR and First Aid training program. This training heightens […] -
MWCD Accepts First Place Award for Trails Program
February 15, 2024Staff from the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) recently attended the Ohio Park and Recreation Association (OPRA) annual conference in Sandusky, Ohio. During the conference, the OPRA Annual Awards of […] -
MWCD Rangers Achieve Recertification by the Ohio Law Enforcement Collaborative Distinction Represents Outstanding Professionalism in Law Enforcement Practices
February 6, 2024MWCD Rangers Achieve Recertification by the Ohio Law Enforcement Collaborative Distinction Represents Outstanding Professionalism in Law Enforcement Practices -
MWCD Names New Chief of Engineering
January 8, 2024The MWCD announced the appointment of David Lautenschleger to be the new Chief of Engineering -
MWCD Approves More than $900,000 in Grants to Help Prevent Flooding and Improve Water Quality
December 27, 2023Members of the MWCD Board of Directors recently approved more than $900,000 in grants to eight organizations for new projects that will help protect against flooding and improve water quality in the Muskingum Watershed.
Explore MWCD
Camping/Glamping
Plan your next getaway with us. Whether you want to rough-it in a tent or get cozy in a cabin, we have campsites and activities for everyone.
Water Recreation
Spend the day on the water! Our recreational activities on the lake include renting a boat or kayaks, fishing, and swimming at one of our many beaches.
Hiking/Biking Trails
Whether you want a steep challenge or a casual outing, choose from one of our many hiking trails and biking paths that explore the beauty of the watershed.
Conservation
We work to preserve our reservoirs, waterways, and shorelines so wildlife can thrive and people can enjoy them for generations.