Remember to “look up” while you are in the river. Yes, I am usually diligently focused on my drift or spotting fish activity that will give me a clue of how to catch them. But, on our June FATC trip to Colorado for the Advance Techniques for Western Water fly fishing school, while standing in the most magnificent stretch of the South Platte River, I remembered to “look up.” The beauty of the green meadow through which our river ran against the snow-covered peaks of the Rocky Mountain background was stunning. How could I not stand in awe of His creation and marvel at the truth that “in Him all things hold together” in such a delicate balance? And just to be clear, I often have the same feeling as I fish our beautiful, lush Missouri rivers. The next time you are on the river, I hope you will look up with me and let your heart feel the wonder and gratitude of His creation.
