Inside the September 2017 issue

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

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SEPTEMBER 2017 FEATURES

Down But Not Out

The greatest comebacks in National Football League history were fueled by talent, guts and maybe some luck.

Oh, the Places You’ll Go

A few things you need to know before you head out on a backpacking trek.

• How to pack a backpack

The Extra Miles

To earn the coveted 50-Miler Award, they go farther than they’ve gone before.

Dream Rides

You won’t find these concept cars in your local dealership, but BL is here with a sneak peek at the coolest, fastest and most futuristic rides of the year.

Making a Good Thing Better

Recruit a friend into Scouting to share all the cool stuff you’ll get to do.

BL Workshop: Make a Twig Number Sign

View the Aug. 21 solar eclipse with this shoebox solar viewer.

ONLY IN OUR BOY SCOUT EDITION

Scouting Around

Staying on the Map: Map-and-compass skills are an important part of staying safe in the wilderness.

• Visit the Scouting Around blog

Prepared For Life: Get Ready for College

Here’s a quick guide to testing, applying and paying for a higher education.

Cool Jobs: Geologist

Rock on! Geologists analyze rocks to understand Earth’s past — and future.

ONLY IN OUR CUB SCOUT EDITION

Let’s Look at Rocks

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 September 2017 issue of Boys’ Life!

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