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CELEBRATING OUR 40TH ANNIVERSARY 1984-2024

Monthly Archives: October 2022

  1. How to Prepare for Off-Grid Survival

    sunrise overlooking off grid survival campsite in snowy forest

    Surviving off-grid is growing in popularity, and many people are embracing the minimalism and adventurous nature of this lifestyle. If you’re considering going off-grid, there is an abundance of information you need to know before making the decision. From having the right off-grid survival tools to mentally preparing, this is an activity and lifestyle that needs to be taken seriously. And when it comes to preparedness, off-grid living requires time, patience, and a lot of thought to do things right. Army Surplus World has years of experience when it comes to off-grid lifestyles, and our team loves sharing our products and knowledge with customers to help them have a safe survival experience.

     

    Do your research 

    Before you commit to the off-grid life, do your research. There are many nuances to this lifestyle, so i

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  2. Jungle Gear: What You Need for Your Wildland Adventures

    A man wearing jungle gear wields a machete against the thick foliage. Find jungle equipment at Army Surplus World.

    Who Is This Guide For? This jungle gear guide is for people hiking in the deep backcountry. If you’re sticking to the trails, you can wear your normal hiking gear.

    Back in the days of the Thirteen Colonies, many American colonists died trying to hold out in what we now call the American South. The humid subtropical climate of this region was filled with fetid swamps and disease-carrying bugs and bacteria, not to mention unbearable summer heat. It wasn’t unheard of for entire settlements to be wiped out from the terrible conditions. British colonial soldiers in the region often received jungle pay.

    Today, not only have we gotten jungle-borne diseases under control, but we actually hike out into that hot mess for fun. Nevertheless, jungle biomes are still dangerous, and you still need the right jungle gear in order to protect yourself. Here’s a quick reference guide of all the jungle equipment you should bring with you when you set out for

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