Events
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Atwood Day Camp for Kids
July 8, 2026 10:00 am – 3:00 pmMagic School Bus Day Camp for ages 8-12 Explore nature in Magic School Bus style! Join “Miss Frizzle” to get up close with aquatic creatures, experiment, and go on an adventure! -
Seneca Water Weekend
July 9, 2026 – July 12, 2026Hit the water with fun themed programs including water games, poker paddle, watercolor craft, and glow splash for adults! -
Seneca Day Camp for Kids
July 9, 2026 10:00 am – 3:00 pmArchery & Adventure Day Camp for ages 8-14 Explore the world of thrilling adventures with nature hikes, survival skills, and archery. -
Glow Paddle at Charles Mill
July 9, 2026 9:00 pm – 11:00 pmEnjoy a kayak tour of Charles Mill Lake under the stars! Bring your own equipment or borrow ours. -
Tappan Program Schedule
July 10, 2026 – July 11, 2026Relax at the lake with kids fishing tournament, stream stomp, BINGO, and hot dog swim! -
Atwood Program Schedule
July 10, 2026 – July 12, 2026Relax for a weekend at the lake with the library, games, crafts and nature exploration! -
Charles Mill Campground Olympics
July 10, 2026 – July 12, 2026Enjoy games and contests at the lake! -
Pleasant Hill Hot Dog Weekend
July 10, 2026 – July 11, 2026Bring your furry friend to the park for a day of fun programs including a pet pawprint art, hot dog swim, and hot dog eating contest! -
Seneca Glow Splash for Adults
July 10, 2026 8:30 pm – 10:00 pmSplash, play, and glow with the Seneca Lake Splash Pad’s light features! For ages 18+ only. -
Seneca Poker Paddle
July 12, 2026 1:00 pm – 4:00 pmPaddle around Seneca Lake to find poker stops and collect cards to compete for the best poker hand! Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards welcome.
News
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MWCD Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Marina at Clendening Lake
June 18, 2026New Philadelphia, OH — The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District invites the public to celebrate the completion of its new marina building at Clendening Lake with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, […] -
MWCD Announces New Cottage Site Development at Atwood Lake
June 4, 2026New Philadelphia, OH (June 4, 2026) — The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is introducing a new opportunity to expand access to lakefront living. Windward Shores, a new cottage site […] -
Ohio Southeast Economic Development Welcomes Craig W. Butler to Board of Directors
April 14, 2026Southeast, Ohio: April 16, 2026 –– Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig W. Butler to its Board of Directors. Butler joined the board […] -
MWCD to Host Ribbon Cutting for New Quarry Trail at Clendening Lake
April 13, 2026New Philadelphia, OH (April 13, 2026) — The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) invites the public to celebrate the grand opening of the new Quarry Trail at Clendening Lake Dam […] -
MWCD Celebrates Earth Day with Community Events Across the Watershed
April 6, 2026New Philadelphia, OH (April 6, 2026)— The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate Earth Day 2026 with a series of community-focused events designed to […] -
MWCD Announces Dana Ohman as Chief of Conservation
March 10, 2026Photographed: Dana Ohman New Philadelphia, OH (March 10, 2026)—The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is pleased to announce that Dana Ohman joined the organization in January as Chief of […] -
MWCD’s Conservancy Court Appoints New Board Member
March 3, 2026New Philadelphia, OH (March 3, 2026)— The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) Conservancy Court has appointed Elizabeth W. Stephenson, Esq., to the MWCD Board of Directors during a special session […]
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.