HUNTING -- The application period for spring black bear controlled hunts opened Sunday and continues through Feb. 15.

The spring turkey controlled hunt application period opens Feb. 1 and runs to March 1.

Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15 – some controlled hunts open later. Leftover controlled hunt tags for spring turkey and bear controlled hunts go on sale April 1.

Hunters may apply for controlled hunts at any hunting and fishing license vendor;  Fish and Game office; with a credit card by calling (800) 55HUNT5; or online.

The application fee is $6.25 per person for residents and $14.75 for nonresidents. An additional fee is charged for telephone and Internet applications.

Spring 2012 bear controlled hunt information is in the 2011 Big Game Seasons and Rules book.

Spring turkey controlled hunt information will be available following the Idaho Fish and Game Commission meeting in late January.

Hunters must have a 2012 Idaho hunting license to apply.