Over the
years, I have been fortunate to have fished in many different places. From Key
West Florida, to the Canadian border, each place I have visited holds a special
place in my heart. I like to think that each of these wonderful places has
rubbed off on me a little, making me the person I am today.
For me,
fishing has become more than just pulling in a fish. Sure, I still love the
challenge fishing presents, but I believe I now realize the experience is way
bigger than just that. The great outdoors has more to offer than most people
can even comprehend.
The outdoors
provides a relaxation/stress reliever than many could benefit from. The call of
a loon on a brisk misty morning is nothing short of magical. To watch an
unaware black bear foraging in the reeds along the water’s edge is both fascinating
and intriguing. To have a family of otters play alongside your canoe, unafraid,
is priceless.
I would hope
that many of you read this and make a conscience decision to not only teach
your children how to fish, but also to open their eyes to their surroundings as
they fish. Show them the beauty the outdoors provides us. Explain to them how
the food chain works and why it is important to keep it in balance. Teach them
in a way that will inspire them to get out and explore the world they live in,
instead of staying cooped up indoors constantly. This is the first step in
insuring our sport we so dearly, love, will live and thrive forever.
You guys
have a great day, I’ll see you out on the water.
Lowell
Henderson
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