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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.
6 Ways to Style for a Holiday Party
Elevate your look for your next holiday get-together with these expert style tips and outfit suggestions.
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.
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.
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!
Do it Yourself: Get Your Bike Ready to Ride
If you havent ridden your bike in a while, there are a few simple things you can do to make sure its safe.
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 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.
What to Wear When Paddling
Whether youre kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding, heres what you should be wearing to stay warm, dry and comfortable.
4 Ways to Style Your Home for the Holidays
Create a cozy and festive space for you and your loved ones this season with these simple tips and tricks.
L.L.Bean Flagship Store, Freeport, Maine
Shop the L.L.Bean Flagship store in Freeport, ME, for quality outdoor gear, apparel and footwear.
8 Outdoor Ideas for a Close-to-Home Halloween
Celebrate this festive fall holiday with games, snacks and activities that can be enjoyed safely in your backyard.
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.
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.
5 Things to Know Before You Start Kayaking
L.L.Bean's top tips for successful paddling. Five things to know before starting.
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.
Find a Store - Retail Store or Outlet
Shop L.L.Bean stores for casual apparel, outdoor gear, luggage and home furnishings. Join us for in-store clinics, product demos and regional events.
Technical Information
Optimize your shopping and customer service experience from your desktop, phone or tablet.
How to Start a Campfire
Lets get toasty! Heres everything you need to know to build, start and maintain a log cabin style campfire one of the easiest campfires to build.
Hiking Footwear Buying Guide
Your guide to discovering the perfect hiker for your next adventure from park to peak or anywhere in between.
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.
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.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
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.
The Lowdown on Upland Bird Hunting Safety
A guide to staying safe and having fun upland bird hunting.
Get Ready for a Day of Hiking
Summer is our favorite hiking season. The weather is great, the sun is out and the days are long. Here are a few simple things that will keep you from getting too much of a good thing.
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.
I Want to Hunt! Now What?
L.L.Bean road map to becoming a hunter.
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 Paddle a Kayak
Before you grab a paddle and head for the shoreline, check out these tips so you can get the most out of every stroke.
7 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays Outdoors
Oh what fun it is outside! Check out these fun, festive ways to bring the holiday spirit outdoors, while staying safe and close to home.
How to Size Cross-Country Skis
Our resident ski aficionado, Mackenzie, takes us through the steps for choosing the right size cross-country skis.
6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic
Check out some of our favorite tips for taking your picknicking skills to the next level.
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 Started XC Skiing
Winters coming! Heres everything you need to know to get started with the fun and healthy sport of cross-country skiing.
How to Transport Your Kayak
Our resident kayak expert, Mackenzie, shows us how to make transporting your kayak safe and easy.
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.
Get Started Kayak and Canoe Camping
Camping by boat combines all the fun or camping with stunning, remote locations you can only reach by boat and getting started is easier than you might think.
8 Delicious Twists on the Classic S'more
You wanted smore? You got it! Thanks to Outdoor Discovery Programs guide Matt and his son Kirby, weve added four more smores to our collection of recipes, with surprising new flavors and helpful hacks.
Returns & Exchanges
Fast and easy returns and exchanges on our products, all made for the shared joy of the outdoors.
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.
Kayak Fishing for Beginners
Paddling and fishing are two great pastimes that are even better together. Wondering where to start? Heres everything you need to know for your first outing, from the right boat and gear to tips for catching fish.
Get Started Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a great way to get the whole family out all winter. We design and test all our snowshoes to make it a super-easy activity to take up.
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!
The Best National Parks to Visit for Each Season
Planning a trip to one of our amazing national parks? We got together with our partners at the National Park Foundation to create a list of the best parks to visit in each season so you can figure out both the where and the when with ease.
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.