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Winter Boot Buying Guide
Your guide to finding the perfect cold weather boots - whether you're running errands, playing in the snow or exploring wintry landscapes.
How to Choose a Pair of Hiking Boots
Well show you which hiking boot is best for you and why its so important to have the right style and fit.
Northern Lights
An unforgettable holiday experience is one of the best gifts you can give. So were turning our Freeport campus into a winter wonderland where you can play, shop and be merry together. Because giving is an act of joy, and joy is best when its shared.
How to Choose a Pair of Walking Shoes
Well show you how to choose the right shoes for comfortable walks and casual hikes.
Summer Camp Packing List
Everything your camper needs to stay comfortable, confident, and protected so they can focus on discovering just how great the great outdoors are.
How to Layer for Changing Seasons
Unpredictable weather can make dressing for the outdoors feel like an impossible task. Thats why weve narrowed it down to the three key layers you need to stay warm, dry, and ready for anything.
What to Wear on a Run in the Cold
Learn how to dress comfortably from head to toe for running when the frost bites and the wind stings.
Get Started Fly-Fishing
We make it easy to get started fly fishing with fully equipped fly rod and reel combos, fly lines, affordable waders and wading shoes, flies for every situation and all the gear and accessories you need.
5 Classic Backyard Games
Game night is better outdoors. Check out our five favorite backyard games - plus a few tips to go behond the basics and take your technique to the next level.
Bean Boot Quality
L.L. Bean is rebuilding Bean Boots. Commitment to sustainability.
L.L.Bean on the Road
This years mobile tour, named the Adventure Together Pop- Up Shop is hoping to provide a fun and unique L.L.Bean experience for communities and colleges around the country.
How to Layer for Cold, Rainy Weather
Rainy days can be some of the most peaceful and memorable outdoors. Well show you how to layer correctly so you'll stay dry and comfortable, no matter what the weather has in store.
What to Wear When Paddling
Whether youre kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding, heres what you should be wearing to stay warm, dry and comfortable.
Newsroom: Flowfold Partnership, June 2018
L.L.Bean Launches New Collaboration with Maine Outdoor Startup, Flowfold.
How to Size Snowshoes
Mackenzie shows you how to size snowshoes for the different conditions you might experience out there this winter.
5 Healthy Breaks for Days at Home
Remembering to take breaks for your health physical and mental can make the difference between comfort and burnout. Here are a few of our favorite ways to break up a day at home.
SUP 101: Getting to Know Your Paddleboard
The basics about SUP Types, parts and paddles.
Freeport Hunting Expo
L.L.Bean Hunting Expo. September 14-15, 2019. Freeport, ME
Get Ready for Fun in the Sun at the Beach
To many people, summer fun means spending as much time as possible at the beach. Before you go, there are a few simple things you can do to be safe.
Get Started Hiking
Hiking is an incredibly healthy activity and an amazing way to experience the outdoors, but it can also be a little intimidating to get started. We have the expertise and gear to make getting started easy.
Newsroom: Oakbrook Retail Store, September 2017
L.L.Bean to Open Its Third Illinois Store in Oak Brook, Fall of 2018.
Newsroom: Fiscal 2018 Results, March 2019
L.L.Bean Announces 2018 Year End Results and Employee Bonus
Newsroom: Partnership with The Trust for Public Land, October 2018
L.L.Bean Pledges $1 Million to The Trust for Public Land to Create Parks Where Theyre Needed Most
Get Started Paddling
Paddling a kayak, stand-up paddleboard or canoe is fun, healthy and an amazing way to experience your favorite pond, river, lake or bay. Our experts have put together this helpful checklist of the essentials you need.
How to Break In Your Hiking Boots
Get your boots trail-ready in three easy steps.
Newsroom: S'more out of Summer, June 2019
L.L.Bean Launches Initiative to Help Make the Most of Summer, with L.L.Bean Backyard Campsite and Rideshare with Uber.
How to Put On Snowshoes
Our snow-it-all, Mackenzie, shares five simple steps to get you ready for your next snowshoe adventure.
How to Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
Newsroom: New Haven Retail Store, May 2017
L.L.Bean Opens Third Retail Store in Connecticut at The Shops at Yale in New Haven, CT.
Newsroom: Grand Opening of Oakbrook Retail Store, October 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Retail Grand Opening at Oakbrook Center.
How To Get Outside & Ease Your Mind
Just ten minutes of physical activity outside can have huge benefits for your health, mood and mental well-being. We partnered with Mental Health America to share some easy ways to make it a part of your routine.
How to Clean Outdoor Furniture
Learn a few tips to freshen your furniture for another season of outdoor fun.
Newsroom: Hilldale Retail Store, June 2017
L.L.Bean to Open Its Second Wisconsin Store in Madison at Hilldale, Spring of 2018
Newsroom: Maine Outdoor Summit, November 2019
First-of-its-Kind Event Celebrates Maines Outdoor Recreation Economy
Newsroom: Grand Opening of Boston Seaport Retail Store, March 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Grand Opening of its First Urban Store at One Seaport.
8 Ideas for Rainy Day Fun
Dont let rain ruin your outdoor plans. Here are some great ideas for spending rainy days outside.
10 Best Hikes with Waterfalls
Waterfalls bring us peace. So the next time youre planning a hike, plan yours around one of these amazing cascades.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.