The cormorant population in…

The cormorant population in my area is concentrated on a particular island in a recreational lake in eastern Ontario. They cormorants are widely known to be there, and many people wish they weren't. If hunting of cormorants is permitted, per the proposal, from March until December, that will create a dangerous situation indeed. In July, August, and September, people are boating (often silently, in a canoe or kayak), swimming off the shore of the island, or even picnicking or simply exploring the island. The idea that people might be shooting off guns during that time is horrifying. I strongly urge you to exempt those months from the cormorant hunting season. I would further suggest that said hunting season be limited to only two months, March or April and November, when the fewest number of people are out on the lake. Thank you.