Inside the April 2015 issue

Here’s what you’ll find inside the April 2015 issue of Boys’ Life magazine. Remember, many articles are exclusive to the printed magazine and are not available online.

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On the April 2015 cover

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

BL‘s own pro fisherman gives tips for fishing two of North America’s hottest spots, one in freshwater and the other in salt water.

• Freshwater fishing at Northern Tier
• Saltwater fishing at Florida Sea Base
• More fishing tips, tricks and fun

FLY AWAY

Cold-weather fly-fishing takes preparation and planning. It also means you’ll likely have the water all to yourself.

RAIN, RAIN, COME AND PLAY

The Gear Guy has you covered with packable shell jackets that keep you dry without breaking the bank.

• Shell jacket buying guide

MAKING THE CALL

Find out what it’s like to be a Major League Baseball umpire.

• Can you make the call? Test your MLB umpiring skills

FICTION: A HOUSE DIVIDED

The Civil War has yet again arrived at his family’s doorstep, and Johnny McLean is a witness to history.

• Read “A House Divided” by Michael P. Spradlin

BL WORKSHOP: BUILD A BEE HOUSE

This shelter provides solitary bees with a warm, dry place to nest.

• Step-by-step guide to building a bee house

SCOUTING AROUND

As the sun goes down on your campsite, there’s nothing better than a warm, glowing campfire. Just make sure you do it right.

• Visit the Scouting Around blog

GET AMPED FOR CAMP

Now’s the time to think about Scout summer camp. Here are some awesome ones around the country.

LET’S LOOK AT DIAMONDS

Read it! Color it! Get it all in this special Cub Scout section.

Links

Click here to see all the links featured in the April 2015 issue of Boys’ Life!

Look for the regular score of comics, jokes, games, Scouts in Action, Tradin’ Post and more! Only in the April 2015 issue of Boys’ Life!

• The Wacky Adventures of Pedro
• Pee Wee Harris
• Scouts in Action
• More S.I.A.