Events
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Charles Mill Day Camp for Kids
Messy 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! -
Magic School Bus Day Camp at Broughton Nature Park
Magic School Bus Day Camp for ages 7-12 to explore nature in Magic School Bus style! -
Pleasant Hill Campfire Chronicles Book Club
Gather around the stories at Campfire Chronicles Book Club at Pleasant Hill Lake Park, where great books meet the great outdoors. -
Pleasant Hill Survival Skills Weekend
Learn campfire building skills, make a paracord bracelet, enjoy stargazing, and more! -
Atwood Program Schedule
Relax for a weekend at the lake with the games, crafts and nature exploration! -
Seneca Christmas in July & Glow Splash
Spend the weekend at the lake and cool down with crafts, lot decorating, BINGO, and meet Santa!
News
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MWCD Launches $1 Million “Connecting Communities” Grant Program to Expand Outdoor Recreation Access
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Connecting Communities Grant Program, a $1 million initiative designed to expand public access to outdoor […] -
MWCD Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Marina at Clendening Lake
New 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
New 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
Southeast, 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
New 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
New 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
Photographed: 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 […]
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.