Is fishing as much about letting your mind wander while watching the river flow.
If dad wants a Zen moment, happens to be in the UK and likes angling or fly fishing, here's a Free Treat for him.
On Father's Day and during the rest of the month of June, Wylands International Angling Center in Battle, East Sussex, lets Dads Fish for Free.
Here's their self-introduction:
"Superbly situated right in the heart of 1066 Country, Wylands is widely regarded as one of the UK’s best angling centres. We’re situated just two miles from the historic market town of Battle – made famous for the Battle of Hastings fought in 1066.
Wylands has 10 fantastic fishing lakes for the specialist, match or pleasure angler, great facilities, plus friendly, expert advice – it’s not surprising we’re No. 1 with anglers.
For the angler coming to Wylands you enjoy specialist carp lakes, multi-specimen lakes, and a lake dedicated to juniors, plus the largest single match lake in the country!"
So you get a slice of history as well and the place is opened 24 Hours a day.
I hope they don't have huge lights in the middle of the night like these 24 H Golf Batting Cages.
Found my way to the English countryside via Father's Day: what to do around Britain (Telegraph UK, June 17).
Fishing seems like in the Top 5 of Father's Day Gift Ideas.
River beats the sea for me unless you enjoy being on a crowded boat
I might change my mind if my friend Ryan invites me for a sea outing (on his boat)