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6 Ways to Prepare the Perfect Picnic
Check out some of our favorite tips for taking your picknicking skills to the next level.
The Perfect Outdoor Reading Spot
Here are a few tips for creating the perfect reading spot, whether its in your backyard, on your porch or in any patch of sunshine you can find.
10 Family Hiking Tips Tricks & Hacks
Here are a few of our favorite hacks and tips to make your next hike even easier.
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.
10 Clever Camping Hacks, Tips, and Tricks
Our favorite tips for easy packing, tasty cooking and making your campsite comfy.
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.
8 Quick and Easy Backyard Party Hacks
Quick and Easy Backyard Party Hacks to Make your Next Backyard Gathering the Best Yet
New Ways to Celebrate the New Year
When it comes to welcoming a new year, and the new possibilities and reinvigorating outdoor experiences to come, were definitely ready to celebrate. So, were sharing fun ideas for how you can bring in the new year, while staying close to home.
How to Choose Your Next Hiking Pack
Three simple questions you should consider when searching for your next pack.
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.
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.
How to Choose a Hiking Pack
Everything you need to know to pick the right pack for your day hike or backpacking trip.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Materials Matter: The Path to Sustainable Outerwear Starts Here
By practicing sustainability in everything from product design to manufacturing facilities, were ensuring future generations can enjoy the benefits of time outside together.
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.
10 Ideas for Winter Fun
Winters more fun outside. Here are a few ideas to help you get out and make winter your wonderland.
SUP 101: Getting to Know Your Paddleboard
The basics about SUP Types, parts and paddles.
Safe and Healthy Camping During COVID-19
Keep your campsite clean and your campers healthy with our safe camping tips.
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.
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.
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 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 Camping
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.
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.
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.
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.