Time running out to apply for bear hunts

Hunters have a few days left to apply for this spring's controlled bear hunts. The application period ends Monday, 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 Fish and Game license vendor; with a credit card by calling 1-800-55HUNT5 or 1-800-824-3729; or online at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov. The 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.