Now this is cool. This company was founded by two contractors operating in Afghanistan and what they have set up is a way for folks who are deployed to hook each other up with needed equipment and items out in the field. A war zone Craigslist of a sorts. It kind of reminds me of the guns and ammo exchange clubs you would see on the forums.
On those sites, guys would have stuff they wanted to get rid of, and they would either sell it or trade for something else with some other contractor. Although with this site, I don’t think they plan on doing any weapons related stuff, and it seems to be all just equipment and other necessities of field living.
I really like the option of being able to donate as well. There are people out there who care about the troops and contractors, and want to contribute some way to the war effort. This site is a great way to connect these supporters to the guys out in the field, and fill some specific needs of field living. Be sure to read all the details below and go to their website to see how to join. –Matt
OPERATION OUTPOST
ABOUT
Operation Outpost was created by two people who, while deployed to Afghanistan, recognized a need for forward deployed individuals to be able to buy, sell, trade, and receive donated items that increased their standard of living in remote areas. The purpose of this site is to provide these individuals the opportunity to contact each other in an effort to obtain items that they require to make it day to day.
Additionally, Operation Outpost is proud to offer the “Donation” option to our members. We have heard time and time again of people back home that want to donate various items but have no idea of what to send, who to send it to, or where to send it. The donations option will allow the member to list items they wish someone would donate to them personally or to their unit. Individuals from around the world can view this page and chose what donation they would like to send. Patriots can also list items they would like to donate, this way forward deployed members can view all donations listed, and if interested, can contact the donor and provide the necessary information for the donation to be shipped.