The story of a Snout (a gentle animal-like creature) who begins a journey to make it's way in the world. It encounters an obstacle-its first test of courage-in the form of a small pond, populated by various woodland and pond inhabitants. Upon sensing the Snout's reluctance to join them in the pleasures and nourishment of pond life, this small group of friends rallies together to provide the encouragement and inspiration for the Snout to "test the waters": first with it's toe, then with it's whole being. This "baptism" instills in the Snout the courage and confidence to seek and experience future adventures farther afield.