Events
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Tappan Programs July 24-28 with Hot Dog Swim
July 24, 2024 – July 28, 2024Enjoy crafts, day camp, nature programs, and BINGO at the lake! Plus bring your dog out to the beach for a hot dog swim. -
Christmas in July at Atwood Lake
July 26, 2024 – July 27, 2024Cool down with Christmas in July at Atwood Lake Park! -
Pleasant Hill Food Truck N Tunes Fest
July 26, 2024 – July 28, 2024Enjoy food and music at the lake! Plus compete in the Poker Paddle for a chance to win a free YETI cooler! -
Seneca Christmas in July
July 26, 2024 – July 27, 2024Spend the weekend at the lake and cool down with crafts, lot decorating, BINGO, and meet Santa! -
Charles Mill Nature at Night Weekend
July 26, 2024 – July 28, 2024Learn about nature at night with Bugman and Mothing Discovery, plus crafts, games, and BINGO! -
Yoga at the Beach!
July 27, 2024 10:00 am – 11:00 amJoin Be Yoga Studios for a relaxing yoga session on the beach! All experience levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat or beach towel. Suggested donation of $5-$10 […] -
Poker Paddle at Piedmont Lake
July 27, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:00 pmPaddle around Piedmont Lake to find poker stops and collect poker chips to compete to win a kayak with the best poker hand! -
Poker Paddle at Pleasant Hill Lake
July 28, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:00 pmPaddle around Pleasant Hill Lake to find poker stops and collect poker chips to compete to win a kayak with the best poker hand! -
Dog Days at Atwood Lake
July 31, 2024 – August 4, 2024Bring your furry friends to Atwood Lake for fun, games, crafts, hot dog swim, vendors, and more! -
Charles Mill Day Camp for Kids
July 31, 2024 10:00 am – 3:00 pmMessy Play Day Camp for ages 5-10 Dress for a mess and a day of fun with slime, sand, rocks, handprints, paint, tie dye, and other messy activities!
News
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Atwood Lake Peninsula Development Survey
July 26, 2024The MWCD held a community open house on July 18th to solicit feedback from the community regarding a plan to potentially develop the Atwood Lake Peninsula located across Lodge Road […] -
Parks and Recreation Month at MWCD
July 22, 2024MWCD Celebrates ‘Where You Belong’ Parks and Recreation Month highlight the impacts of outdoor recreation The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is celebrating Park and Recreation Month, an initiative […] -
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held for the New Atwood Lake Park Activity Center
July 16, 2024The MWCD is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the newly renovated Atwood Lake Park Activity Center. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Saturday, July 13, marking a significant […] -
Funding available for projects advancing conservation, environmental stewardship
June 25, 2024Funding available for projects advancing conservation, environmental stewardship Applications open for research, community and innovation grants as well as fellowships The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), through its Environmental Stewardship […] -
Muskingum Watershed Conservancy Court Appoints Karl Gebhardt to Board of Directors
June 14, 2024Ohio environment, agriculture, and natural resources leader Karl Gebhardt has been appointed to the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) board of directors by the Conservancy Court. The Court is the […] -
MWCD Invites You to Capture the Canvas for a Chance to Win Prizes!
June 3, 2024The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) invites you to hit the trails this summer for a chance to win fabulous prizes while having a great time outdoors with your family […] -
MWCD Celebrates Earth Day
May 3, 2024MWCD Celebrates Earth Day by Planting 100 Trees at Clendening Marina and Collecting 33,000 Pounds of Tires at Atwood Lake NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO — Earth Day was celebrated nationally on […]
Explore MWCD
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Conservation
We work to preserve our reservoirs, waterways, and shorelines so wildlife can thrive and people can enjoy them for generations.