New Philadelphia, OH – The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is one of Ohio’s premier destinations for outdoor recreation, maintaining over 57,000 acres of land and water. Adventure seekers can enjoy 42 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, as well as water trails at MWCD lakes. Trail users can take advantage of a new collaboration with the innovative OuterSpatial app! The app will make outdoor adventures easier, safer, and more enjoyable by integrating local trail information and resources into the app.
OuterSpatial is a mobile app designed to allow visitors to embark on their adventure with confidence through real-time data, detailed maps, events, challenges, and trail status information. With its user-friendly interface and interactive features, OuterSpatial helps users discover new trails, plan their trips, and stay informed about conditions that could impact outdoor activities. It is free to use and available for both android and iPhone devices from the Google Play store, or Apple App store.
“We’re thrilled to partner with OuterSpatial to enhance the outdoor adventure experience for our community,” said Pete Novotny, Chief of Recreation. “This collaboration represents a significant step in bringing more people into nature and to our lakes, while helping them explore responsibly and empowering them with the tools they need to enjoy the trails to the fullest.”
To share the app and celebrate, MWCD is hosting a kick-off event with hiking and soup at Atwood Lake Park on Saturday, March 29 from 1 to 3pm! Meet at the Atwood Park Event Center to learn about the app, download it, and join a guided hike or explore the trails on your own. After your hike, warm up and enjoy delicious soup. Enjoy door prizes and giveaways throughout the event! Prizes provided by Ultimate Upland. Registration is strongly encouraged to ensure enough food for the crowd. Participants can also purchase a souvenir soup bowl for $5 each. Register online at www.MWCD.org/tickets.
Atwood Lake Park is located at 9500 Lakeview Rd NE in Mineral City, OH. Participants are reminded to dress for the weather. Trails are available at all MWCD lakes for guests to enjoy nature and exercise year-round. For more information about upcoming events and trail maps visit www.mwcd.org.
