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How to Choose a Pair of Walking Shoes
Well show you how to choose the right shoes for comfortable walks and casual hikes.
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 Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
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.
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.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Outsmart the Sun with SunSmart
Our cool, breathable SunSmart apparel will help you enjoy every moment outside, blocking 10 times more sun than a white cotton tee.
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.
Bean Boot Quality
L.L. Bean is rebuilding Bean Boots. Commitment to sustainability.
New Archive_Reissue Collection
Introducing our new limited-edition collection- archive-inspired styles, made from our surplus outerwear fabric. Available while supplies last.
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.
What to Wear When Paddling
Whether youre kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding, heres what you should be wearing to stay warm, dry and comfortable.
How to Size Snowshoes
Mackenzie shows you how to size snowshoes for the different conditions you might experience out there this winter.
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.
Monogramming
L.L.Bean offers monogramming so you can personalize products for yourself or as a gift.
How to Break In Your Hiking Boots
Get your boots trail-ready in three easy steps.
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.
5 Tips for Paddling Safely
Having fun while paddling is important, but so is staying safe. Check out these safety tips from our paddling expert before you get on the water.
Newsroom: Hilldale Retail Store, June 2017
L.L.Bean to Open Its Second Wisconsin Store in Madison at Hilldale, Spring of 2018
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!
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.
Newsroom: Park City Retail Store, October 2018
L.L.Bean retail store located in Park City, Utah.
Newsroom: Oakbrook Retail Store, September 2017
L.L.Bean to Open Its Third Illinois Store in Oak Brook, Fall of 2018.
4 Lessons on Fatherhood from the Great Outdoors
During the Covid-19 pandemic, L.L.Bean Ambassador Troy Brooks and his wife decided to leave their condo in the city and rent a house on an acre of land while saving to buy their first home. They knew it would be important to have outdoor space to play, cook, work and raise children, and they learned so much more about how the outdoors also kept them connected and grateful. Here are four lessons on fatherhood Troy learned from this time outside in his own words.
Newsroom: Mashapee Retail Store, March 2017
Adventures are in store for Cape Cod- L.L.Bean to open its fourth store in Massachusetts at Mashpee Commons.
Newsroom: Partnership with Hike it Baby, May 2018
L.L.Bean Partners with Hike it Baby to Bring Families Together to Share the Joy of the Outdoors in Celebration of National Trails Day.
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.
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.
Newsroom: Grand Opening of Park City Retail Store, October 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Opening of its First Utah Store in Park City.
Newsroom: Grand Opening of Boston Seaport Retail Store, March 2018
L.L.Bean Celebrates Grand Opening of its First Urban Store at One Seaport.
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.
SUP 101: Getting to Know Your Paddleboard
The basics about SUP Types, parts and paddles.
Newsroom: Boston Seaport Retail Store, June 2017
L.L.Bean to Open Fifth Retail Store in Massachusetts at Boston Seaport, Boston, MA.
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.
Get Started Upland Hunting
Upland hunting is a challenging, active and rewarding way to spend time outside. L.L.Bean helps you get started.
How to Clean Outdoor Furniture
Learn a few tips to freshen your furniture for another season of outdoor fun.