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Inside the L.L.Bean Archives with Menswear Designer Todd Snyder
Inside the L.L.Bean Archives with Menswear Designer Todd Snyder
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.
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.
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.
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 When Paddling
Whether youre kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding, heres what you should be wearing to stay warm, dry and comfortable.
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.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
New Archive_Reissue Collection
Introducing our new limited-edition collection- archive-inspired styles, made from our surplus outerwear fabric. Available while supplies last.
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 Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
Kids' Backpack Buying Guide
We've designed the perfect packs for every age and every stage to take kids all the way from preschool to grad school.
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.
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.
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.
PrimaLoft
The Next Generation of Insulation PRIMALOFT Technology. L.L.Bean expertise, innovations guaranteed to keep you warm on any adventure.
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.
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.
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 Your Luggage Match for Any Trip
No matter where youre headed next, we've got the bag for you. Thoughtfully designed by travel experts, our luggage is loaded with helpful features to make packing easy and built tough to stand up to the adventures ahead.
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.
10 Family Hiking Tips Tricks & Hacks
Here are a few of our favorite hacks and tips to make your next hike even easier.
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!
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.
Easy Camping Recipes: Blueberry Cobbler
Fire up the camp stove and toss together this easy camping dessert – a taste inspired by Maine that’s sweet anywhere.
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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 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 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.
Bean Boot Quality
L.L. Bean is rebuilding Bean Boots. Commitment to sustainability.
Get Started Upland Hunting
Upland hunting is a challenging, active and rewarding way to spend time outside. L.L.Bean helps you get started.
Jessie Diggins
Meet Jessie Diggins, World Champion Cross Country Skier.
Five Ways to Take Your Workouts Outdoors this Summer
Get our tips for staying active and soaking up all the benefits of being outdoors to improve your health and wellbeing.
Kayaks 101: Getting to Know Your Kayak
Kevin from our Outdoor Discovery Programs is here with a quick rundown of the basic equipment you need to start kayaking youll be paddling like a pro in no time.
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!
Newsroom: Forbes List Recognition, May 2017
L.L.Bean Once Again Named by Forbes Magazine as One of Americas Best Midsize Employers for 2017.
How to Transport Your Kayak
Our resident kayak expert, Mackenzie, shows us how to make transporting your kayak safe and easy.
Guide to Choosing the Best Tent
Discover everything you need to know to help you choose the right tent.
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.
Gifts to Bring Your Family Together This Winter
Our top picks for the gifts that will have your family making great memories together outside.
5 Camping Mistakes We've Made and How to Avoid Them
We're sharing the top 5 common mistakes we've made at the campsite, so you don't make them at yours.
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.
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.
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.
How to Size Cross-Country Skis
Our resident ski aficionado, Mackenzie, takes us through the steps for choosing the right size cross-country skis.
Maine Guides
No one knows their way around nature like a registered Maine Guide. Find out what makes these outdoor experts so good at what they do and get to know a few along the way.
10 Clever Camping Hacks, Tips, and Tricks
Our favorite tips for easy packing, tasty cooking and making your campsite comfy.
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.