Fishcare Volunteers are involved in a range of interesting activities, helping to inform anglers and the wider community about responsible fishing and protecting our aquatic habitat.

Fishing workshops

Fishcare Volunteers assist NSW DPI staff, community groups and fishing club members run our fishing workshops across the State. At the workshops, held mainly for children, participants learn hands-on fishing techniques, such as casting, basic knot tying and rigging, and good fishing practices. They also learn about the importance of protecting fishing resources for future generations and about threatened species and aquatic habitats.

Read about our inland fishing workshops.

Surveying

Fishcare Volunteers visit prominent fishing grounds to advise anglers on catch and release methods and other aspects of responsible fishing, distribute educational material and collect research information. Volunteers also collect data on angler demographics, awareness of fishing rules and regulations and catch and release practices.

Read about: Conducting walks around Long Reef Aquatic Reserve

Fishing and trade shows

At fishing and trade shows, volunteers assist NSW DPI staff provide information about sustainable fishing practices, rules and regulations and promote awareness of the Fishcare Volunteer Program.

Fishcare Volunteer training weekends

Experienced Fishcare Volunteers assist NSW DPI train new volunteers. The experienced volunteers share their knowledge and experiences with newcomers, providing valuable insights into what it means to be a Fishcare Volunteer.