Lefty Kreh – Fishing Legend

If you are a fly fisher living anywhere in the world, you have probably heard of Lefty Kreh

From his humble beginnings in Frederick, he became a world-famous outdoorsman

Placing a sculpture in his hometown, and continuing with Lefty’s tradition to promote a love and appreciation of the outdoors through fly fishing, are fitting ways to honor his contributions

Bernard Victor Kreh was born in Frederick in 1925 where his family lived on North Bentz Street

His father died when he was eight; as the eldest of three siblings Lefty assumed the daunting responsibility of supporting his family

Lefty fished, hunted, and trapped on the Monocacy River to help feed and support his family

• Caught catfish using mussels found in the Monocacy for bait, selling the fish to a business on East street

• Sold muskrat furs and hunted squirrels and ducks for table fare

He graduated from Frederick High School, and was recognized in 2018 as a Frederick High School Distinguished Alumni