Dawson and Mitch go on a father-son fishing trip with Pacey and his critical, alcholic father Sheriff John Witter, whose favorite pastime seems to be putting pacey down at every opportunity.With tensions high, Dawson then learns that Jack has been invited along.

Back on dry land, Gail invites Jen, Joey, Andie and Abby to help her put together a news report on teenage girl behavior.Conlicts are provoked, porn is seen and truths are told.

Jack is forced to read his poem out loud for an English assignment.However the nature of the work, leaves the Capeside gossip mill working overtime...is Jack gay?

While Joey ponders how to talk to him about this..Pacey trying to defend Jack goes too far with an overbearing teacher and then questions the lack of support from Andie.