HUNTING

Controlled hunt applications being taken

The application period for spring turkey controlled hunts is open through March 1.

The spring black bear controlled hunt application period continues through Feb. 15.

Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15 — some controlled hunts open later. Turkey youth hunts open April 8.

Leftover controlled hunt tags for spring turkey and bear controlled hunts go on sale April 1.

RIVER RUNNING AND HIKING

‘Owyhee River Journals’ available online

The book about the Owyhee River canyons by Bonnie Olin can be purchased only online at owyheemedia.com or by attending Olin’s book signing.

A signing is set at 8:30 p.m., March 12 at 3401 Brazil St. in Boise.

When ordering online, shipping is included in the price of $34.95.

Two copies of the book are at the Downtown Boise Library — one for check out and another for reading at the library.

The book is about river trips and hiking in the Owyhees.