Yes. The rivers are special and alive. Ancient roads. A great place to go to get away, the best I think. As you say "nothing can compare". I have taken a good number of river trips with my son. Sleeping on the banks and in the boat. If I told you where you would question my sanity. This year we are starting at the mouth of the Tennessee near Paducah and heading upstream until we run out of water. I guess we'll be looking at The Smokeys when we hit bottom.

Won't have time to fish. Too busy staying afloat. Plus many times you don't know what state you are in.

I am certain your Dad and Grandfather will be smiling as you make those casts. Have a nice time and make a cast for me.