Charles Frederick Holder
Charles Holder | |
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Holder c. 1902 | |
| Born | 5 August 1851 |
| Died | October 10, 1915 (aged 64) |
| Occupations | Naturalist, writer |
| Spouse | Sarah Elizabeth Ufford Holder (1852-1925) |
| Parent(s) | Joseph Holder Emoia Jones |
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Charles Frederick Holder (5 August 1851 – 10 October 1915) was an American naturalist, conservationist, and writer who produced over 40 books and thousands of articles. Known as a pioneer of big-game fishing, he founded and led the Tuna Club of Avalon, credited as the first game fishing organization. He was socially active in Pasadena, California, where he was a trustee of Throop College and co-founder of the Tournament of Roses.