Fishcare volunteers are the unsung heroes of South Australia's recreational fishing scene.

A familiar site at jetties, beaches, rivers and boat ramps across the state, including the Riverland, Yorke Peninsula and Victor Harbor, the team of about 50 volunteers work hard to educate fishers about South Australian fishing rules and regulations.

They do this by giving advice to the public, handing out brochures and educational materials, and attending community events and schools, highlighting the need to protect and preserve our fishing resources for future generations.

Fishcare Volunteer Program Coordinator Toni Crosbie, from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA), said the volunteers played a key role in protecting South Australia’s precious aquatic resources.

“The volunteers in the program provide an essential function of promoting the sustainable fishing message by informing the recreational fishing public about the rules and regulations that apply in South Australia,” Ms Crosbie said.

“Our volunteers are a passionate group of people who enjoy getting out in the fresh air and speaking directly to fishers."

This summer, as people head on holidays and out on the waterways, Toni said the message was simple: “Take only what you need, measure your crabs and fish before they go into the bucket, and know the size limits.”

PIRSA is currently looking for more volunteers to join the Fishcare program. If you’ve got a passion for fishing and your local community, why not help spread the sustainable fishing message.

For more information and to sign up, visit PIRSA’s Fishcare volunteers.