Apply for spring bear controlled hunts soon

Hunters wanting to participate in this spring's controlled hunts for black bear can apply from January 15 through February 15. Spring 2016 bear controlled hunt information is in the 2015 and 2016 Big Game Seasons and Rules book. Hunters who have a 2016 hunting license may apply for controlled hunts at any license vendor, Fish and Game office; with a credit card by calling 1-800-554-8685, or online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. The nonrefundable application fee is $6.25 per person for residents and $14.75 per person for nonresidents. An additional fee is charged for telephone and Internet applications. Any leftover tags for spring bear controlled hunts go on sale April 1.