05/17/2026
We had a perfect day for the Annual Leon Plochocki Fishing Derby. Thank you to all the parents, grandparents, and other adults who brought so many kids to the park today. Sixty six kids registered to fish. It is always great to see families having fun together and enjoying our beautiful park. Congratulations to Abby Cullen who won 1st place with her 15” fish. Jesse LaPlant and Ashlyn LaManche tied for second with nice 14” fish.
The Optimist Club of Marcellus would like to thank Eric and Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery for stocking the creek for our event/, Stewart’s for donating hot dogs and rolls, and the American Legion for cooking and serving the hot dogs. Special thanks to a very special group of fishermen who volunteer their time to help with preparing and handing out fishing rods.
And especially, thanks to Ted Moosbrugger, Steve Schneider and all the other park employees who work so hard and take great pride in keeping Marcellus Park in pristine condition for all of us to enjoy.