Never underestimate the power of play. Playtime isn’t just fun, it is the medium where people, particularly children, explore, learn, connect and fully engage with the world around them. Play is an integral part in our psychological, emotional and physical growth, especially in the formative years of childhood.

This is why Life is good®, the brand committed to spreading the power of optimism, is donating 10% of its net profits to the Life is good Kids Foundation. The Foundation's mission  is to help kids in need overcome poverty, violence and illness through the power of joyful play.

The Foundation directly funds the Life is good Playmakers Program, which provides training and support to childcare professionals, who use these tools to ensure that children grow up feeling safe, loved and joyful.

Through programs of play intervention, children in less than ideal situations are given the opportunity to develop a foundation of competence, self-worth and joy through the power of play. This foundation can have a strong positive impact on the rest of their life…and that’s a cause that’s greater than just child’s play!

To help this awesome cause get your hands on Life is good clothing for your whole family! Below are just some of our picks for spring!

Men's: 1. Life is good That Hiking Boots Creamy ™ V-neck Tee, 2. Life is good Mustache Bike Creamy Ringer Tee, 3. Life is good Baseball Game Crusher™ Tee

Women's: 4. Life is good Love You Heart Crusher Tee, 5. Life is good Forecast Mostly Sunny Creamy Tee, 6. Life is good Starry Trek Crusher Tee

Kids': 7. Life is good boys' SK8 Crusher Tee, 8. Life is good Kids' Stripe Baby Romper, 9. Life is good Kids' Hold Crusher Tee

When challenged to design a trail running shoe specifically for the modern adventurer, Teva spent four years developing and perfecting the TevaSphere™, the only trail shoe you will ever need.

The TevaSphere is perfect for the runner who faces a diverse range of trail and obstacles. From sandy shores to rocky terrain.

Its execution starts with the drastically different back heel. By replacing the squared off blocky heels of traditional running shoes with a more natural curved point of impact, the TevaSphere allows contact to the ground in various angles.

The unique “pods” located on either side of the arches give pinpoint support when you need it most. TevaSphere brings a harmonious balance between the freedom of a minimalist shoe with a supportive platform to avoid lower leg injuries and fatigue.

To learn more about the amazing technology and thoughtfulness in design of what Teva deems “the world’s most versatile trail shoe”, check out the informative video below!

Now see for yourself why the TevaSphere will eliminate the need to fumble through a closet full of shoes on your next trail run. Experience what four years of trial and error and extensive research by the Teva team feels like out there on the trail where it matters most!

It may be hard to believe with all these winter storms across the country lately, but spring is just in the horizon! With that comes a time of renewal and fresh starts.

Why not make hiking a part of your new springtime outdoor routine? Not only is it great exercise for the body, but getting out there and reconnecting with Mother Nature can do wonders for your mood--lifting your spirits out of that winter slump.

Below are just a few hiking essentials to get you geared up and on your way! For even more hiking goodies, check out our outdoor shop!

Men's: 1. Prana Talon Mock Neck , 2. CamelBak Classic 70 oz. Hydration Pack, 3. Keen Olympus Lite Crew Socks, 4. Columbia Silver Ridge™ Converible Pants, 5. Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket, 6. Keen Newport H2

Women's: 7. Under Armour Shadow Cap, 8. Chaco ZX/2 Yampa Hiking Sandals, 9. adidas Outdoor Hiking Softshell Jacket, 10. Teva Sky Lake Hiking Shoes, 11. Patagonia Emmilen Hoodie, 12. Outdoor Research Ferrosi Capri

It’s that time of year again! The busiest travel season is here and that means packing up and enjoying some much-needed family bonding. But first thing’s first; packing for those holiday trips calls for not only the right bags and luggage, but also a little bit of organization.

Check out these 5 tips to make packing a little less daunting—not to mention save you the hassle of going over the bag weight limit at the counter! 

Investing in quality luggage and travel bags is definitely worth it because a well-made suitcase will last you a lifetime of holiday trips. Another essential to have during family trips (particularly when travelling by air with kids) is a great carry-all tote. They’re big enough to carry everything from paperwork, water bottles, snacks, small electronics and everything else that make travelling a little more comfortable.

Happy travels!

1. Samsonite Cruisair Bold 26" Spinner, 2. Tumi Voyageur Quintessential Tote, 3. Rimowa Salsa Air Ultralight Cabin 21", 4. Bric's U.S.A. Large Sportina Shopper, 5. Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 36" Wheeled Duffel, 6. Boconi Bags and Leather Tyler Leather Backpack, 7. Brenthaven ProStyle Lite Expandable 15" Laptop Case, 8. Travelpro Walkabout Lite 22" Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 9. Pacsafe MetroSafe 200 GII Anti-theft Shoulder Bag

Keeping the winter chill out is nothing to take lightly. But heavy, boring jackets and coats shouldn’t be an option when you’ve got a busy day braving the elements. Investing in a great quality jacket or coat is worth every penny because staying warm and protected never goes out of style.

We’ve picked out some of our favorites from our Zappos Outdoor Shop to get you ready to face old man winter in the best gear around:

Women's: 1. Prana Devan Jacket, 2. Marmot Arona Jacket, 3. Patagonia Down With It Parka

Men's: 4. Marmot Conness Jacket, 5. Prana Rhody Reversible Jacket, 6. The North Face Gatebreak Down Jacket

1. NAU W Urbane Jacket, 2. NAU M Shroud of Purrin Hoodie, 3. NAU W Chrysalis Convertible Jacket/Dress

Centered on the principles of beauty, performance and sustainability, NAU has created outerwear that goes beyond just pleasing aesthetics.

Check out this video that eloquently conveys these three core principles that NAU lives by:

nau :: principles of design from nau on Vimeo.

Conway Bowman wears the Kaenon Trade

As part of Kaenon’s year-long 10^th anniversary celebration, they launched their Celebration Video Series highlighting amazing people and stories.

To celebrate 10 years of family, Kaenon is highlighting Conway Bowman. The professional fly fisherman talks about the lessons he learned from his father growing up about the balance of life and nature. He also talks about how he hopes to pass on what he has learned from his father down to his own son:

About Conway Bowman:

Conway Bowman is a professional fly fisherman and guide from San Diego, CA. He began fly fishing in Idaho at age eight. Since then, he's mastered the river, lake and sea. His extensive saltwater experience includes inshore and bluewater up and down the west coast, including Baja California.

He co-hosted ESPN's In Search of Flywater show and is the current host of Fly Fishing the World on the Sportsman Channel. Conway’s exploits have also been chronicled in various books, Tidelines and Fly Fishing for Sharks: An American Journey and magazines including, Flyfish Journal, Fly Fisherman, The Drake, Fly Fishing Saltwater’s, Field & Stream, Men’s Journal, and SaltWater Sportsman.

Conway is an avid advocate for shark conservation and aids researchers, raising funds for research tagging Shortfin Mako sharks off the Southern California coast through his annual Flying Mako Charity Tournament.

**Source: Kaenon.com

As part of Kaenon’s year-long 10^th anniversary celebration, they launched their Celebration Video Series highlighting amazing people and stories.

To celebrate 10 years of commitment, Kaenon is highlighting husband-and-wife climbing duo Mark and Janelle Smiley in their extraordinary journey. The couple takes on all 50 routes in the iconic book Fifty Classic Climbs of North America.

Janelle wears the Kaenon Soft Kore & Kaenon Georgia. Mark wears the Kaenon Hard Kore & Kaenon Lewi

In this video, couple talks about their commitment to this unique journey and their focus to their goals and to each other.

About Mark & Janelle Smiley:

Mark’s interests in outdoor recreation have continually evolved since he was a young boy. At the age of twelve, he enjoyed rappelling out of maple trees in the front yard. Now he can be found putting up first ascents on technical 20,000’+ glaciated peaks.

Janelle grew up climbing, skiing and playing in the mountains of Colorado. Her hunger for snow adventures has taken her to Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, France and Italy where she explored and worked as a skiing instructor.