Master Well Owner Network: Information and Opportunities
What is the Master Well Owner Network (MWON)?
The Penn State Master Well Owner Network (MWON) is a program dedicated to educating PA residents about the proper construction and management of private water systems. This program aims to educate private water system owners and promote better management of private wells, springs, and cisterns throughout the state.
Stay current on MWON news and find additional resources.
Who are the MWON volunteers?
Each year, volunteers from Penn State Extension's Master Watershed Steward program are offered an opportunity to expand their knowledge on the proper construction and maintenance of private water systems in Pennsylvania. The Master Watershed Steward volunteers who complete this advanced training become part of a network of volunteers, adding capacity for Extension to reach rural property owners with educational content on best management practices for private water systems, such as wells, springs, and cisterns. This summer, we added 26 newly trained MWON volunteers to our network.
Private Wells and Water Systems Management Course
Wondering how you, too, can get information about the management of private drinking water systems? Take Extension's online, self-paced course. This online course will help you identify the proper location, construction, maintenance, testing, and treatment of a water well, spring, or cistern.
Register for the Private Wells and Water Systems Management Course.
MWON Sponsors
This project is made possible in part by Penn State Extension, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and the Pennsylvania Ground Water Association.
Save The Date: Pennsylvania Groundwater Symposium 2027
When: May 4-5, 2027
Where: Penn State University, State College, PA
What: The Pennsylvania Groundwater Symposium is a forum where researchers, students, professionals, and educators working in the groundwater field exchange information and promote the protection of groundwater resources throughout the state.
A pre-symposium tour (to be announced) and an evening welcome reception will take place on Tuesday, May 4. On Wednesday, May 5, the symposium will feature a full day of plenary and concurrent session speakers addressing numerous important groundwater issues in Pennsylvania. Discounted hotel rooms are available at the Wyndham Garden State College in Boalsburg. Registrants can receive continuing education credits for attending all sessions. Stay tuned for more information and a registration link.
