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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.
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.
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 In Your Hiking Boots
Get your boots trail-ready in three easy steps.
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.
10 Clever Camping Hacks, Tips, and Tricks
Our favorite tips for easy packing, tasty cooking and making your campsite comfy.
There's a Story Behind Every Pack
Since the debut of our first school backpack in 1982, customers have shared their L.L.Bean pack love stories with us and now were sharing them with you.
Never Too Young
During a week-long youth adventure led by the Montana Conservation Corps, we learn about the physical, educational and psychological benefits of getting outside at a young age.
The Road Rules: Family Travel in an RV or Camper Van
L.L.Bean Ambassadors The Bowman Family have taken to the road for the outside adventure of a lifetime! Hop onboard to read their story, RV travel tips, and insights about travel and life on the open road.
How to Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
Ultralight 850
L.L.Bean's new Ultralight Down Outerwear. Packed with more highly water-repellent down. Designed with more sustainable fabrics. Lengthened for a better fit. Yet still as light and warm as ever. Our most versatile, packable down outerwear has never looked or felt better.
SUP 101: Getting to Know Your Paddleboard
The basics about SUP Types, parts and paddles.
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.
Get Started Upland Hunting
Upland hunting is a challenging, active and rewarding way to spend time outside. L.L.Bean helps you get started.
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.
What to Wear Hiking
Learn how to dress for hiking in any weather plus four important DOs and DONTs for any hiking outfit.
Returns & Exchanges
Fast and easy returns and exchanges on our products, all made for the shared joy of the outdoors.
How to Choose Your Next Hiking Pack
Three simple questions you should consider when searching for your next pack.
How to Choose the Only Pack They'll Ever Need
Whether kids are headed to preschool or grad school, we can help you find that one perfect pack.
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.
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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.
Newsroom: Flowfold Partnership, June 2018
L.L.Bean Launches New Collaboration with Maine Outdoor Startup, Flowfold.
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 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.
Fishing Collection
L.L.Bean's Discovery Collection. A collection of innovative fishing gear designed to help you and your loved ones experience firsthand the joy and freedom of being on the water.
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.
Guide to Choosing the Best Tent
Discover everything you need to know to help you choose the right tent.
Mother's Day Gift Guide
Globetrotter, beachgoer, outdoor enthusiast, homebody or all of the above? Weve got the perfect gifts for every type of Mom this Mothers Day.
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.
10 Family Hiking Tips Tricks & Hacks
Here are a few of our favorite hacks and tips to make your next hike even easier.
The Rise of the American Backpacker and the Vest that Kept Them Warm
The Rise of the American Backpacker and the Vest that Kept Them Warm
Father's Day Gift Guide
However Dad likes to get outside, weve got the gifts that make it easier for him to get out there even more.
7 Tips for Winter Safety
Discover just how much fun winter can be with tips on how to get out there safely and comfortably.
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.
Explore L.L.Bean
Everything you need to be an outsider.
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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.
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.
6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic
Check out some of our favorite tips for taking your picknicking skills to the next level.
5 Simple Ways to Enjoy Your Snowshoes This Winter
Snowshoeing is a great way for almost anyone to spend time outside in the winter. Its easy to learn, simple to do and keeps you active when the snow starts to pile up. So grab your snowshoes and check out these five easy and fun ways to get out there!
Newsroom: Outdoor Discovery Programs's Adventure Travel Trips, June 2017
L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools Announce Adventure Travel Trips for 2017.
Dear L.L.Bean
The stories you share about our products inspire us, inform us, and help us connect to each other through one common love, the outdoors. So, we invite you to share your stories here. Chances are you'll inspire us - and a lot of other people, too.
Ambassadors
L.L.Bean is proud to introduce you to several of the incredible people we've met along the way. Outsiders who love nothing more than being out there with the people who matter most.
International
Fast and easy returns and exchanges for our international customers.
Kids' Backpack Storytelling
Together with Nature. Nature brings out the best in all of us. Thats why we design clothing and gear to help you and your loved ones share amazing outdoor experiences and create lasting memories. Because lifes better when you spend it with family, whoever that may be and the outdoors is much more fun that way too.
5 Reasons Why Sleeping Outside Makes Life Better
Let nature reboot your system with a night under the starts. Five reasons why sleeping outside makes life better.
10 Expert Tips for New Kayak Owners
We asked our Outdoor Discovery Programs paddling experts to share their best insider tricks to help make your time on the water more organized, comfortable and safe.