NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ohio — Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District officials announced a partnership with Empire Recreation Management LLC to build WhoaZone inflatable obstacle course at Atwood and Pleasant Hill Lake beaches this year.

The partnership was approved by the MWCD Board of Directors at its recent meeting.

WhoaZone is an attraction for those seeking over-the-top adventures, acrobatic thrills, and safe, yet fun, athletic challenges.

MWCD continues to seek feedback from guests about what they want to see at the MWCD lakes. Activities in and around the lakes made the top of the list in every conversation.

The organization looks forward to this partnership to fulfill the public’s demand for water-based activities for both campers and community members alike.

“This is a great opportunity to plan a day at the beach with the family whether you are camping or coming for the day,” said Craig Butler, executive director of MWCD. “Make your plans now to come and be part of the fun in 2021, we can’t wait to see you.”

Empire Recreation Management LLC will provide oversight and operations management at the Atwood Lake Park and Pleasant Hill Lake Park beaches inflatable water obstacle courses.

This includes plans to ensure the safety of guests with lifeguards and aggressive cleaning procedures in place.

Scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend at the end of May, WhoaZone at Atwood Lake Park and WhoaZone at Pleasant Hill Lake Park are part of the fastest growing trends of active, on-water entertainment and recreational activity at public facilities across the United States. WhoaZone parks provide family fun and offer hourly sessions, all-day passes, group outings, birthday parties and special events. Learn more by visiting whoa.zone.

“WhoaZone is excited to be entering the Ohio market,” said Jen Rice, general manager of ERM, “And we are confident this park will be as popular as our other parks in Michigan, Texas and Indiana.

People love these parks and by joining with the MWCD means we have found a new and exciting outdoor activity for kids and adults to enjoy!”