News Releases

MWCD Board Approves $6.1 Million Dollar Project at Tappan Marina
| May 17, 2019This fall, customers of Tappan Lake Marina will begin to see the first steps of a complete renovation of the MWCD-owned and operated facility.
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MWCD Staff Plants 1,100 Trees
| April 22, 2019 On April 16, staff planted more than 1,000 trees near Tappan Lake. The area planted was formerly utilized for dredge disposal for the dredging of Tappan Lake.

Please complete our survey for Leesville and Clendening Lakes
| March 22, 2019The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is dedicated to improving communication, services and facilities over the next several years. Part of this plan includes soliciting feedback from our loyal customers to ensure that we are in-line wi

Job Fair Planned at Tappan Lake!
| February 20, 2019The MWCD is now hiring for numerous seasonal positions at Tappan, Clendening, and Piedmont Lakes. Apply in person and interview on the spot on March 29!

Catch a line on a Summer Job at our JOB FAIR!
| December 7, 2018The MWCD parks and marinas are now hiring for 2019 summer positions! Individuals can apply and interview for positions at a job fair on Wednesday, December 19 in New Philadelphia.

MWCD Winter Drawdown Schedule and Reservoir Projects Released
| October 3, 2018Drawdown will begin in early November and the return to normal pool elevation will initiate in February. Normal pool elevations will be obtained in time for the summer recreation season.
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Atwood Area Fall Festival is October 5-7, 2018
| September 24, 2018Festival hours are Friday and Saturday 10am-9pm and Sunday 10am-5pm. The cost is $5.00 per person and children under 12 are free. Senior day is Friday, October 5 and anyone over the age of 55 is $2.00.

Sign Up for E-Newsletters
| August 20, 2018Sign up for the MWCD e-newsletter to receive information about facility improvements, events and general information!
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2017 Annual Report of Operations
| August 14, 2018The 2017 Annual Report of Operations provides an overview of each department within the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District.
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Join us August 4th for a public meeting about Tappan Marina!
| July 23, 20182018 has been a transitional year for the marina, and MWCD is dedicated to improving communication, services and facilities over the next several years. Part of this plan includes soliciting feedback from our loyal customers.
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Conservancy Appoints James M. Gresh to MWCD Board of Directors
| June 20, 2018 Keywords: board of directors, mwcd

The New Restaurant at Tappan Marina is Open!
| June 1, 2018The restaurant, operated by the owner of Dennison Yard, has been highly anticipated by marina guests.
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Newest Issue of LakeViews Newsletter is online!
| May 18, 2018Check out the latest MWCD news at https://www.mwcd.org/upload/documents/lakeviews/2018_summer.pdf
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MWCD to Participate in Ohio Tourism Day
| May 4, 2018In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week, the MWCD will join 90 attractions, visitor bureaus, restaurants, lodging, retail, and other tourism businesses exhibiting at Ohio Tourism Day on May 9, as proclaimed by Governor John R. Kasich.
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Passing of MWCD Board Member
| April 9, 2018"On behalf of the MWCD Board of Directors and the entire MWCD team, we send our heartfelt sympathies and prayers to Steve’s wife, Kathy, and their entire family as they manage through this very difficult time", stated John Hoopingarner, the Executive Director of MWCD.

New Online Reservation System Now Available
| April 1, 2018New Online Reservation System Now Available!

Seasonal Job Fair Scheduled for March 2
| February 16, 2018The MWCD is now hiring for a variety of seasonal positions and will be hosting a Seasonal Job Fair on March 2, from 4 to 7pm. The event will be held at Tappan Lake Park's Activity Center. Interested individuals can learn about the positions at Clendening, Piedmont, and Tappan Lakes.

MWCD Main Office Annex Recently Purchased and Occupied
| February 8, 2018Part of the MWCD Main Office operations has recently moved into a permanent home after leasing space for the past three years. Engineering, Field Services and part of Recreation operations have moved into a 2-year-old facility located at 2050 Reiser

Updated Sportsman’s Maps on MWCD Web Page
| November 14, 2017MWCD owns over 54,000 acres of land and water throughout eastern Ohio with the majority of acreage open to public access. The abundance of wildlife on MWCD lands offers unique opportunities to avid outdoor enthusiasts. Wildlife found throughout MWCD

The Longest Dam 5K Race and Fun Run at Bolivar Dam Oct 21
| October 18, 2017In celebration of the completion of the multi-year Bolivar Dam maintenance project the US Army Corps of Engineers in conjunction with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District are sponsoring the first ever Longest Dam 5k and Fun Run October 21
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Pleasant Hill's New Campground Nearing Completion
| October 18, 2017The new 56 lot full hookup campground at Pleasant Hill Lake Park located in the Ashland/Richland County area is nearing completion.

Kayak For Cancer Oct 14 at Atwood Lake Park
| October 13, 2017 Keywords: atwood lake, kayak for cancer

A Winner is Selected for The Great Camper Giveaway!
| September 29, 2017Keri Barhorst from Pandora, Ohio has an opportunity to spend more time in the great outdoors next summer as the winner of the “Great Camper Giveaway”.
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