UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Water Quality Monitoring – Blackstone River Coalition
UPSTREAM, INLET & OUTLET: Nutrients, Oxygen & More As part of the BLACKSTONE RIVER COALITION (BRC) The Blackstone River Coalition watershed-wide monitoring program tests monthly in three locations in the Manchaug Pond watershed from April through November as part of a watershed-wide Water Quality Monitoring Program for the Blackstone River system. Manchaug Pond is part of the headwaters of the Mumford River which is a tributary of the Blackstone River watershed. The 75+ sampling sites are assessed for the following: aesthetics: water appearance presence/non-presence of odor, trash, and nuisance aquatic vegetation turbidity water temperature air temperature dissolved oxygen saturation dissolved oxygen nutrients orthophosphate nitrate conductivity Go to Blackstone River Coalition’s website for sampling results on their interactive map of sites up and down the river and its tributaries, and other initiatives as part of the campaign to make the Blackstone River Fishable/Swimmable. The years of data provide a baseline and allow for long-term trends for the river system as well as analysis of sites and hotspots noting weather and stormwater events. Consider volunteering an hour or 2 once a month during the season as a water quality monitor or alternate for Manchaug Pond! Contact us today.
Manchaug Pond PAINT & SIP Event
Spend an evening of creativity, fun, and refreshments at a Manchaug Pond Foundation PAINT & SIP event to create your own Manchaug Pond Sunset on […]
Manchaug Pond Sunset PAINT & SIP Event
Spend an evening of creativity, fun, and drinks for Manchaug Pond at an PAINT & SIP event! Join our FUNdrai$ing Committee and Odonata Artist Services at the Dudley-Gendron American Legion Post 414, 156 Boston Road in Sutton to create a glowing Manchaug Pond sunset! Appetizers and snacks provided by the event committee. Cash bar only. All paint supplies are included. $50 per person. Sign-up today! as registration is limited.
Saturday, October 18: The DAM Race 5K Run and 3K Health Walk
Let’s RUN for Manchaug Pond! Run, Walk, Cheer’em on! Preregistration, sponsorships and volunteer opportunities open. Attention all runners, walkers and strollers! Lace up your sneakers and join The DAM Race 5K Run and 3K Health Walk on Saturday, October 18, 2025. This annual event is being held by the Manchaug Pond Foundation to benefit our work for the 380 acre lake, Manchaug Pond, and its watershed. So gather your family and friends to enjoy scenic views of peak foliage season along the beautiful lake shores while benefiting a great cause. All are welcome! Entry fee is $30. Pre-registation is open online and by mail or register on race day just over the dam at 19 Holt Road, Sutton. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with a 9:30 a.m. race start for both the 5K run & 3K health walk. Rain or shine. There is a turn-around location mid-race at Lackey Road for runners and in front of the YMCA Camp Blanchard facility for walkers with a water station and restroom facilities nearby. Manchaug Pond Foundation volunteer road marshals will be along the course assisting with traffic to ensure your safety, and to cheer you on! Great views of the lake and …
Winners of the 2025 Boat Decorating Contest
The Judges are pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Boat Decorating Contest! Capturing 1st Place is Wicked, Wizard of Oz by Captain Tim, the Tin Man and crew! 2nd Place: Christmas in July with Santa, Elves and the Grinch! 3rd Place: Aloha Manchaug with Captain Lance and Crew An Honorable Mention is awarded to the Hippie Boat! Special thanks to our patriotic lead boat! And a HUGE shout out to our judges and event sponsor: Vanderzicht Towing A total of a least 22 boats joined the parade with 9 registering for judging – it was a blast! Thank you to all who participated and cheered on the Manchaug Pond Foundation’s 2025 Boat Decorating Contest and Parade ! Awards and prizes will be made at this year’s Annual Meeting on August 30th at the YMCA Camp Blanchard facility. Join us for coffee at 9:30 a.m. with the business meeting to follow. Wishing you and yours a safe and festive 4th of July celebration! Donate/get involved as a member/friend/volunteer in support of our work to benefit Manchaug Pond, 380 acre community water resource, and its watershed. Visit http://www.ManchaugPond.org for more information and like/follow us on social media!
Happy 4th Of July!
Wishing you all a safe and happy 4th of July on Manchaug Pond! The Manchaug Pond Foundation offers the Boat Decorating Contest & Parade at 3:00 p.m. today with 9 entries for judging. Please join in the parade meeting at Blueberry Island and following our lead patriotic-themed boat counter-clockwise around the lake for all to enjoy. Winners will be announced online and with awards given at the August 30th Annual Meeting. With last night’s raining weather, lets hold the Lighting of the Shoreline tonight at 9:00 p.m. with flares, torches, campfires and more! Keep your Independence Day celebrations fun and happy on Manchaug Pond! Join as a member/friend or donate in support our work to benefit Manchaug Pond, 380 acre community water resource and its watershed. Visit www.ManchaugPond.org for more information and like/follow us on social media! ***