Tasmania's recreational rock lobster season opens on Saturday, November 3.
AS authorities today heralded the start of recreational rock lobster season this weekend, one man's plans to bag a few delicious "cray" had already come to an abrupt end.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter was called to Pieman Heads, on the West Coast, yesterday to rescue a Wynyard man, 68, who broke his leg while trying to free a stranded 4WD vehicle on a remote track.
He was airlifted to hospital, where he was today in a stable condition.
The man was setting up camp with a group of fishermen to get ready for rock lobster season, which opens on Saturday.
MAST recreational boating manager Peter Hopkins said the first weekend of the season was always a busy one.
He urged anyone planning to venture out on to the water to check their safety gear first.
"Life jackets only save lives when they are worn," Mr Hopkins said.
"You are legally obliged to wear them at all times on boats that are 6m and under, but we recommend that life jackets are worn on larger boats as well."
Tasmania Police will be patrolling waterways around the state, focusing on safety and rock lobster fishery quotas.
Police Marine and Rescue Services Sergeant John Pratt said officers would provide up-to-date advice to fishermen and recreational boaters.
"Everyone loves a day out on the water, but alcohol and boating are a potentially lethal combination," Sergeant Pratt said.
"Just like when driving a car, a boat skipper's blood-alcohol level must not exceed .05.
"Fishers must be aware of bag limits and requirements around licences.
"Ignorance will not be a reasonable excuse for anyone found not adhering to the rules and regulations."
Mr Hopkins also urged boats to keep an eye on the weather.
"If you are in any doubt about the upcoming weather forecast, postpone your day out until you are sure that weather conditions are good."
For a full rundown on licensing information and bag limits, visit the State Government website.
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