Fishing Tranquility

I learned the value of fishing as just a young boy
The serene quiet and nature is what it’s about
With some spikes of excitement thrown in for good measure
Like when you get a good strike and have a fish to contend with

The exploration of nature was all part of the joy
While we searched for new places to enjoy this great sport
It wasn’t unusual to spend the whole day in adventure
Without once dipping our lines in search of a fish

You may come across great numbers of berries to feast on
Or strip to your underwear to go for a swim
A beaver pond was always a marvelous find
Then a raft had to be built and the adventure begun

We weren’t after a trophy or plenty of fish
Just kids having fun with nothing to prove
So catch and release were mostly our ways
With the occasional brought home at a parent’s request

When it comes to then knowing the true value of sport fishing
The adventurous children by far know more then the adults
They are not rushed or restricted by some strange adult rules
They know the true value of the sport doesn’t even always include fishing