Draw and Open Bear Hunts

There are draw black bear hunts in some parts of western idaho. I have a friend that has harvested some really nice bears over the years as he as drawn in those hunts. My question is, can I hunt the open Spring bear hunt and still put in to draw a fall draw bear hunt? My dilemma is that I would hate to miss out on an entire spring hunt to later not get drawn for the draw fall hunt. I am hoping maybe to be able to do both. Is that possible?
Answer: 
Yes, you can participate in a general season spring bear hunt, apply for the fall controlled bear hunt and be eligible to draw a tag for the fall controlled bear hunt too.
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Monday, September 29, 2014 - 2:53 PM MDT