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Outerwear Buying Guide
Our outerwear guide makes it easy to choose the right winter jackets and coats for the entire family. Explore our great selection of insulated parkas, fleece, rainwear and more.
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 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 Alpine Skiing
Discover how to stay warm and cozy on the slopes this winter. We'll take you through a handy checklist of exactly what you need.
Build the Ultimate Winter Wish List
Are you an everyday outdoor lover? An all-out adventurer? A backyard fun enthusiast? No matter what your outdoor personality, well help you find the gifts to match, then show you how to build a wish list and share it with others. No secret Santas this year!
How to Use a Map & Compass
With a good compass, a little practice, and some basic navigational know-how, you won't need a GPS to find your way in the wilderness. Well point you in the right direction!
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.
L.L.Bean Boots Handmade in the USA
We make our L.L.Bean Boots in Brunswick and Lewiston, Maine and we do it one pair at a time using the finest leather and waterproof rubber.
Get the Family Started Fishing
Fishing with a spinning rod is an easy and simple way to get the whole family into the sport of fishing. We have all the expertise and experience to help get you started.
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.
Holiday Gift Guide
This year, finding the right gift doesnt have to be complicated. Whether youre looking for rugged gear used by our own Outdoor Discovery Program instructors, or cozy items loved by other customers, weve got you covered.
5 Ways to Style Boots with Jeans
This combo may be a classic, but with these expert styling tips, you can dress it up or down to create fresh, new looks without losing the casual comfort that makes it such a perfect pairing.
Get Started Deer Hunting
Deer are the most popular hunting quarry in the United States. These numbers also make deer the perfect choice for the beginning big game hunter. There are just a few things you need to ensure your success.
Bean Boot Quality
L.L. Bean is rebuilding Bean Boots. Commitment to sustainability.
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.
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.
3 Ways to Style a Vest
As casual, elevated, or active as you need, there are so many ways to style a vest all of them easy. Well show you how.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
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How to Put On Snowshoes
Our snow-it-all, Mackenzie, shares five simple steps to get you ready for your next snowshoe adventure.
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Guide to the Perfect Base Layers
Our design experts spend a lot of time in the outdoors, so they know how important it is to have the right base layer. In a range of different weights and fabrics, all of our layers make it easier, warmer, and more comfortable than ever to get out there no matter the forecast.
Newsroom: Jaytex Partnership in Canada, October 2018
L.L.Bean to Expand its Presence in Canada with a Dedicated Canadian Website and its First-Ever Wholesale and L.L.Bean Retail Store Agreement
Newsroom: Flowfold Partnership, June 2018
L.L.Bean Launches New Collaboration with Maine Outdoor Startup, Flowfold.
Melody Forsyth
Melody Forsyth, outdoor lover, down syndrome activist and power mom.
Product Services
L.L.Bean offers repair, engraving and alteration services for select products. Make great gifts even better with wish lists, gift boxes and gift messages.
6 Ways to Style a Flannel Shirt
This comfortable classic isnt just cozy it can also be dressed up, dressed down and styled for any occasion. Heres how.
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.
Get Started Upland Hunting
Upland hunting is a challenging, active and rewarding way to spend time outside. L.L.Bean helps you get started.
Together Outside: Toddlers in Tents
Camping with toddlers might sound like a recipe for a sleepless night, but with the right attitude, it will be the start of a pastime theyll love for years to come.
Five Tips to Catch More Fish
No matter what anyone tells you, you dont need years of experience to catch more fish. In fact, all you need is a rod and reel, some bait or lures, and these tips for increasing your odds.
Cross-Country Skiing Tips & Tricks for Beginners
Our resident skiing Tipster & Trickster, Mackenzie, shows us some great tips to help you get started cross-country skiing.
How to Size Snowshoes
Mackenzie shows you how to size snowshoes for the different conditions you might experience out there this winter.
How to Break Down Your Tent
No instructions? No problem! Mackenzies here to walk you through the easy steps to break down and pack most camping tents.
Guide to Choosing the Best Tent
Discover everything you need to know to help you choose the right tent.
LGBTQ+ in the Outdoors
Founder of OUT There Adventures, Elyse Rylander, has been helping members of the LGBTQ- community experience the joy of the outdoors for 15 years. We chatted with her about how growing up outside shaped her lifes path.
Together Outside: Trail and Error
How do you keep toddlers happy on the trail? Lots of breaks, lots of snacks and lots of practice but the payoff is worth every step.
Newsroom: Outdoor Discovery Programs's Adventure Travel Trips, June 2017
L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools Announce Adventure Travel Trips for 2017.
Petroglyph National Monument
National parks bring us closer together, connecting us with culture and history. They become the setting for precious moments and lasting impressions. One park in Albuquerque, New Mexico has been doing all of this and more.
Long-Lasting Products: The Unstoppable Sonic Snowtube
The Unstoppable Sonic Snow Tube - designed for the hill, not the landfill. L.L.Bean designs a better snow tube.
The Right Fly and Why
Everthing you need to know about fishing flies and why.
Newsroom: Grand Opening of Boston Seaport Retail Store, March 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Grand Opening of its First Urban Store at One Seaport.
The Bowman Family
Meet the Bowman Family. Family of four embark on the ultimate family road trip for 18 months. Visited all 59 U.S. National Parks.
How to Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
The Trail Less Traveled: 50 States, 50 Undiscovered Hikes
In partnership with the National Parks Foundation, L.L.Bean showcases one hike in each state that flies under the radar and is a true gem.
10 Unexpected Ways to Use Your Boat & Tote
We asked our employees to share all the unique ways they use their Boat and Tote bags. Here are our 10 favorite answers.