Recreation

Learn about how we work to enhance and promote recreational activities in the Youghiogheny River watershed.

News & Updates

Paradise Lost: Lead contamination found in Blue Hole Creek

April 30, 2025

Heavy metal contamination (including lead) has been found in Blue Hole Creek, Forbes State Forest, Somerset County, Pennsylvania Blue Hole Creek originates from the top of Laurel Ridge near Seven…

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MWA Collaborates on New Purple Lizard Map!

July 24, 2024

MWA and Purple Lizard Maps has collaborated on a new map of the Deep Creek Lake and Western Maryland area! This map will offer insight on the headwaters area of…

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Rasler Run Stewardship Project Expands!

July 24, 2024

Last year, MWA conserved nearly 200 acres of land along Rasler Run, a tributary to Indian Creek. This spring, we added 55.7 adjacent acres to this property, a purchase made…

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