Fish taste great and are good for you too!
New - Hear the latest radio announcements regarding the importance of Fish Advisories:
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Fish can be a healthy, low-fat source of protein, minerals, and vitamins. And it is wonderful to catch fish for you and your family to eat!
Fishing is a fun and relaxing outdoor activity that you can enjoy with your family and friends. Getting started can be as easy as packing up a cane pole and heading to your local pond or stream. But whether you are fishing to enjoy the outdoors, to spend time with family, or to catch dinner, you should always be safe. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are working together to make sure you are safe when you fish.
So, fish smart! Some fish caught in South Carolina may not be safe to eat because they contain harmful levels of some chemicals. This done not mean that you have to stop eating fish. The advisories on this website tell you where you should limit the amount of fish you eat. They will also tell you where it is safe to eat as much fish as you like. Fishing can be fun all over South Carolina, but the advisories will help you if you eat the fish you catch.