Events
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Atwood Independence Day Schedule
July 2, 2026 – July 5, 2026Celebrate Independence Day at the lake with tie dye, crafts, music, and fireworks over the lake! -
Tappan Independence Day Schedule
July 2, 2026 – July 5, 2026Enjoy a holiday week at the lake with crafts, BINGO, tshirt tie dye, live music, and fireworks over the lake! -
Seneca Independence Day Weekend
July 2, 2026 – July 5, 2026Relax at the lake and enjoy crafts, BINGO, live music, and fireworks over the lake! -
Charles Mill Independence Day Weekend
July 2, 2026 – July 5, 2026Spend the holiday at the lake with crafts, games, and contests. -
Pleasant Hill Independence Day Shedule
July 2, 2026 – July 4, 2026Celebrate Independence Day at the lake with live music, movie, games, tie-dye, and crafts! -
Atwood Lake Park – Fireworks
July 2, 2026 10:00 pm – 10:30 pmEnjoy a spectacular fireworks display over the lake! Fireworks will begin at dusk and can be viewed from boat and land. -
Tappan Lake Park – Fireworks
July 3, 2026 10:00 pm – 10:30 pmEnjoy a spectacular fireworks display over the lake! -
Seneca Lake Park – Fireworks
July 4, 2026 10:00 pm – 10:30 pmEnjoy a spectacular fireworks display over the lake! Fireworks will begin at dusk and can be viewed from boat and land. -
Piedmont Fireworks
July 4, 2026 10:00 pm – 10:30 pmSponsored by the Akron Boat Club – enjoy a fabulous fireworks show that can be viewed over the lake! Fireworks will be set off across from Piedmont Marina. -
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!
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.