We recently wrapped up our 100th anniversary Get Out (fitted) Gear Giveaway.  Our goal was to give away L.L.Bean gear to lucky folks every day in 2012 to help them get outside and make new outdoor discoveries.   We’ve read more than 15,000 entries. Some funny, some poetic, some that truly moved us, and all… More

L.L.Bean customers are used to seeing the UPS truck delivering their L.L.Bean packages, so it must have been a big surprise to one customer when the Bootmobile pulled into his driveway with a special delivery.     David P. entered our Gear Giveaway on behalf of his wife. The couple goes hiking together often, so… More

  Oh, what a year it has been. From kicking off our 100th Anniversary with a giant boot-on-wheels to celebrating with family and friends at our Hometown Celebration in Freeport, we have had a year full of new memories, giveaways, roadtrips and outdoor discoveries. We say “thank you” to all our customers, fans, friends and… More

It’s often said that giving is better than receiving, and so, in the spirit of the holidays, we’re asking you to give the gift of gear.   What does that mean?   All year, we’ve received entries for our Get Outfitted Gear Giveaway that make us stop and reflect. Entries from parents on behalf of… More

  Do you backpack? This way of exploring nature has grown in popularity over the years. In fact, there’s a bit of debate over the question, “Is backpacking a sport?” Whether it’s a sport or not, a love for backpacking is one thing many of our Get Out(fitted) Gear Giveaway winners have in common. Whether embarking on a… More

Her journey started with a poem.     An excerpt: I am happy and calm and all around giddy To come back to the city is always a pity I do have some gear (most of it is from Bean!) But for my next adventure, I may need you to intervene…   You see, this… More