December 31, 2023 iSportsmanUSA Newsletter

Here is our last check-in before the year is up!

December 31, 2023

A hunter posing behind a downed black bear

Irving Torchinsky with his 350lb. Bear Harvest; Saskatchewan, CA

Sportsman Spotlight: Irving Torchinsky-Hunting Bear & Reflecting on a Life Well Spent

For most, harvesting a 350lb. bear in the Canadian wilds could easily be their top-tier lifetime achievement. For Irving Torchinsky, it was just another chapter in a string of lifetime feats. From underwater spear fishing in Saudi Arabia, to serving with the Navy Frogmen, Irving needs two spotlights to shine on all his feats.

4 Fox Hunting Locations From iSportsman

Far from the British countryside amass with barking hounds and a posh guy on horseback, discover these all American fox hunting locations from iSportsman.

A red fox walking through a snowy pasture.

How to Choose a Crossbow: A Beginner’s Guide

Phase two for archery and bowhunting season is about to start for many. If you are considering making the switch to a modern crossbow start with our beginners guide.

A crossbow and accessories on display

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Fishing supplies laid out on a watery surface

Best iSportsman Locations for Striped Bass

As big game hunting season winds down, its time to turn our attention to the other fan-favorite winter-season sport- Fishing. Here are the best iSportsman locations for catching striped bass in the new year.

Top 5 Winter Hiking Trails with iSportsman

Hiking during the winter offers a unique and serene experience. iSportsman has curated a list of some of the best winter hiking locations.

Man celebrating success at top of snowy mountain. Hiker wearing a yellow jacket and looking at a beautiful view. Outdoors and sport concepts in Italian Alps mountains.

Yellow Perch Fishing Sports with iSportsman

For those passionate about fishing, iSportsman locations across the United States offer great opportunities for yellow perch.

fresh caught yellow perch on lake ice

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Large bull elk wanders around Lake Estes Park in Colorado during the fall rut

Elk Hunting in Colorado: Pursuing Majesty

Mule Deer Buck chasing doe to breed

Prime iSportsman Mule Deer Hunting Destinations

fort knox_ juvenile eastern milksnake

5 Amazing Kentucky Snake Species Found at Fort Knox

catch of a beautiful rainbow trout by a fly fisherman

Rainbow Trout Fishing at iSportsman Destinations

iSportsman Spotlights

A round up of the men and women who have shared their outdoor triumphs with iSportsman.

Bull elk bugling during the fall rut

When a Retired Soldier Returns to Elk Hunting

Josh Tawes record buck

When Hunting a Record Buck, Patience is Key

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Editor: Victoria Tillinghast

Managing Editor: Connor Merritt

Contributors: Connor Merritt, iSportsman Staff

Photos: Kentucky Snake Species; Fort Knox Natural Resources

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