News Releases

A new event at Pleasant Hill Lake Park is coming this fall! Seekers of Bigfoot (aka sasquatch, Grassman, Yeti, etc.) should mark their calendars for September 9 - 11, 2022.

Keywords: bigfoot, matt moneymaker

Winter is in full force, and the MWCD is inviting residents to bundle up and get moving outdoors by participating in the seasonal Adventure BINGO Challenge!

Keywords: bingo, winter challenge

The grant program provides maintenance assessment funds to assist local organizations to implement water quality projects, flood reduction and mitigation programs, and watershed education efforts throughout the 18 counties within the MWCD.

Keywords: partners in watershed management, pwm, water quality

MWCD Offices will be closed Friday, February 4, 2022 due to inclement weather.

MWCD has been awarded a $1.55 million grant from the Ohio Department of Development, Ohio BUILDS water infrastructure grant program.

Keywords: leesville lake grant, wastewater treatment plant, water quality

Boris Slogar, Chief Engineer of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) was recently named by the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) as the 2021 OPRA Professional of the Year.

Keywords: boris slogar, opra award, professional of the year

LakeViews is a newsletter that has been published and distributed for more than 30 years, to keep property owners and residents in the District informed on Conservancy news, projects, and events.

Earlier this year, we asked what amenities you'd like to see at the park. Based on your feedback, we have created conceptual designs and want to know if we're on the right track!

Keywords: amenities, master plan, survey

Matt Thomas has been named Chief of Conservation for the MWCD.

Keywords: chief of conservation, matt thomas

The MWCD recently received recognition for achievement in marketing and advertising at the Ohio Travel Association's RUBY Awards presentation, held Oct. 7 at Cherry Valley Hotel in Newark, Ohio.

Keywords: marketing awards, ohio conference on travel, ruby awards

The temporary 2021 – 2022 drawdown dates and lake levels and projects have been released

Keywords: drawdown, shoreline projects

The nearly $6 million renovation to the MWCD Tappan Lake Marina and Restaurant is complete! The community is invited to tour the facility on Saturday, October 9

Keywords: open house, tappan marina

The MWCD recently held a Legislative Day at the newly constructed Tappan Lake Marina and Tappan Lake Park, hosting elected officials, legislative staff, economic development representatives, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The day-long event included updates and briefings on the activities and important work happening within the watershed in addition to tours of some of the recent accomplishments at Tappan Lake.

Keywords: legislative day

LakeViews is a newsletter that has been published and distributed for more than 30 years, to keep property owners and residents in the District informed on Conservancy news, projects, and events.

Keywords: lake views, lakeviews, newsletter

Finishing touches are being applied to the nearly $6 million Tappan Lake Marina and Restaurant renovation project!

Keywords: tappan marina, tappan restaurant

James L. Crandall, CPA, has been named Chief Financial Officer

Keywords: cfo, jim crandall

Two anglers narrowly escaped being pulled into the dam at Charles Mill Lake.

Keywords: mwcd rangers, rescue

Beginning Monday, June 21, 2021 through July 2 (barring no delays), SR 800 will close to traffic from SR 212 west to SR 212 east. During the closure period, there will be NO access to or from SR 800 at either intersection.

Keywords: construction, detour

Encino Energy's Community Partnership Program and the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy Foundation made donations to support the Joint Rescue and Recovery Dive Team of Dover and New Philadelphia.

MWCD Rangers have joined the ranks of nearly 75 percent of Ohio's Law Enforcement officers by receiving the Ohio Collaborative Law Enforcement Agency Certification.

Keywords: ohio collaborative certification, ranger, training

Adria Bergeron of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District is one of three Ohio parks and recreation professionals that have been elected to the Board of Directors of the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association.

Keywords: ohio parks and recreation association, opra

Boaters are invited to bring their boat to the MWCD lakes for Vessel Safety Checks on Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16. MWCD Rangers will be on site to check the boat for compliance with ODNR boating regulations.

Due to high water conditions, the entire lake is designated no wake zone until further notice. Continue to monitor the website and social media for updates.

Keywords: boating advisory, flood, high water, no wake

Construction is nearly complete on the $4.4 million Tappan Marina building renovation project which began in 2020. Travelers on State Route 250 have had a front row view to the construction progress, which features the development of a new 250-seat restaurant.

Keywords: tappan marina, tappan restaurant

The first cleanup will take place on April 17, 2021 at Charles Mill, Pleasant Hill, and Seneca Lakes. The second is on April 24 at Atwood, Clendening, Piedmont, and Tappan Lakes.

Keywords: earth day, litter clean-up

A core mission of the MWCD is to maintain good water quality in our lakes and rivers for the benefit and enjoyment of the community.

Keywords: fresh water loan program, ohio water development authority, owda

The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is currently accepting nominations for a Park and Marina Advisory Committee (PMAC).

Keywords: park and marina advisory committee, pmac

LakeViews is a newsletter that has been published and distributed for more than 30 years, to keep property owners and residents in the District informed on Conservancy news, projects, and events.

Keywords: lake views, lakeviews, newsletter

Members of the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) Board of Directors approved the appointment of Bob Alsept during a recent meeting to the volunteer Development Advisory Committee (DAC).

Keywords: , dac

WhoaZone is designed to ensure every guest has an amazing experience and is the perfect attraction for those seeking over-the-top adventures, mind-blowing acrobatic thrills, and safe, yet fun, athletic challenges.  

Keywords: inflatable, obstacle course, water park, whoazone