Fly Rod Was First by Cathy Ballou Mealey

Cornelia Crosby was born in 1854 when Maine's waters teemed with abundance. She became a legendary angler and storyteller, catching hundreds of fish across the state's premier camps while chronicling her adventures as "Fly Rod Crosby" in regional newspapers. More than a fisher, she was a passionate advocate for Maine's wild places—championing conservation of its streams, lakes, and forests for generations to come. Her legacy endures as a pioneer of outdoor journalism and environmental stewardship.

Written for ages 6 - 9 or grades 1 - 4.