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All-Inclusive Adventure Trips
“Actually hard to describe in just one word: stunning, amazing, spectacular all come to mind!”
–Outdoor Discovery Programs Participant
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
“Beyond my expectations. I can now go stand-up paddleboarding with confidence – and do it safely!”
—Christine C., Sayre, PA
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.
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 basics about SUP Types, parts and paddles.
Visit L.L.Bean stores June 1-3, 2018. FREE clinics, on-water boat demos, kids' games and Outdoor Discovery Schools courses.
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.
L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools Announce Adventure Travel Trips for 2017.
Learn the basics of stand up paddle boarding from Kevin, our expert paddling instructor, so you can get out on the water and have some fun.
Whether youre kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding, heres what you should be wearing to stay warm, dry and comfortable.
Paddleboarding with a toddler can have its fair share of challenges, but the rewards of spending time together on the water together are worth every one.
If youre spending winter inside, youre missing out. Heres how to transform your outdoor space into the perfect hangout even in winter weather.
The Unstoppable Sonic Snow Tube - designed for the hill, not the landfill. L.L.Bean designs a better snow tube.
L.L.Bean's favorite canoe routes for paddlers of all ages and abilities.
Our resident skiing Tipster & Trickster, Mackenzie, shows us some great tips to help you get started cross-country skiing.
Through our annual $1 million donation to The National Park Foundation, more than $220,000 went towards the creation of summer programs that made getting outdoors and exploring national parks easier for four communities.
Before you grab a paddle and head for the shoreline, check out these tips so you can get the most out of every stroke.
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.
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.
Meet Jessie Diggins, World Champion Cross Country Skier.
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.
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.
L.L.Bean's top tips for successful paddling. Five things to know before starting.
L.L.Bean's mobile terms and conditions.
Camping is one of the easiest ways to spend quality time outdoors with friends and family, and a great trip just requires a few pieces of gear and a little planning. L.L.Bean has the expertise to help you get there.
L.L.Bean to Open Its Second Wisconsin Store in Madison at Hilldale, Spring of 2018
At L.L.Bean, we believe in the power of the outdoors to bring people together. Check out our latest efforts to get entire communities outside and in the process, create a more sustainable world.
Meet Forrest Mayo, L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs' most experienced instructor.
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.
Our snow-it-all, Mackenzie, shares five simple steps to get you ready for your next snowshoe adventure.
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.
Our resident kayak expert, Mackenzie, shows us how to make transporting your kayak safe and easy.
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.
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.
L.L.Bean Pledges $1 Million to The Trust for Public Land to Create Parks Where Theyre Needed Most
Lea Davison, champion cyclist and champion for girls in the sport. Raised in a small town in Vermont, Lea Davison spent her childhood exploring the woods, fields and waters with her sister then went on to become the top female mountain-bike racer in the country. We sat down with Lea and talked with her about her career, her mentoring organization Little Bellas, and her love of being outside.
L.L.Bean to Open Its Third Illinois Store in Oak Brook, Fall of 2018.
L.L.Bean Opens Third Retail Store in Connecticut at The Shops at Yale in New Haven, CT.
An outdoor getaway isnt all about far-off destinations its about making the most of every second outside. Creating a relaxing escape right outside your door is easier than you think.
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.
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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.
Our favorite tips for easy packing, tasty cooking and making your campsite comfy.