Inside the February 2017 issue

Here’s what you’ll find inside the February 2017 issue of Boys’ Life magazine. Remember, many articles are only available to subscribers and are not available online.

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ON THE FEBRUARY 2017 COVER

Life Below Zero

At minus 25 degrees, staying warm becomes its own Northern Tier adventure.

• First-person dog-sledding video
• How to build a quinzee snow shelter

THIS MONTH’S OTHER FEATURES

Gear Guy: Cutting-Edge Tools

The Gear Guy selects 7 knives to keep you sharp in your Scouting endeavors.

• Knife and multitool buying guide

Fiction: Wolfdreams

An original story by Gary Paulsen exclusive to Boys’ Life.

• Read some of our best short stories

BL Workshop: Build a Giant Wood Block Game

Challenge your friends and family with this giant version of a classic game.

• How to Build a Giant Wood Block Game

ONLY IN OUR BOY SCOUT EDITION

Scouting Around

Leading the Way: A mentor is a wise, loyal advisor. Your mentors could be your parents, Scout leaders, teachers or coaches.

• Visit the Scouting Around blog

Survival of the Fittest

Wilderness survival training should start far in advance of an actual emergency.

• Photos and video of Troop 2012’s wilderness survival shelters

Prepared For Life: Buying Your First Car

Here’s expert advice on driving away with a great deal.

• Best Cars For Teens

ONLY IN OUR CUB SCOUT EDITION

Let’s Look at the Super Bowl

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

AND MORE!

Look for the regular score of comics, jokes, games, Scouts in Action, Tradin’ Post and more! Only in the February 2017 issue of Boys’ Life!

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