Middle Fork Trading Post

Here's why barns are painted red

Here is a historic reason behind why barns are mostly always painted red.

Why Are Barns Painted Red?

It's aesthetically pleasing, yes, but there's a historic reason behind the crimson hue.

Barns are Normally Painted Red Because of Dying Stars?

Gel Nails or Acrylic Nails... Which Is Better?

Includes: • About acrylic nails • Gel nail basics • Gel nails or acrylic nails…which is better? • Factors to consider

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

Stop by Nature's Trading Post

Stop by Nature's Trading PostExplore your natural world! What better way to learn about science and collecting than to have kids get out in their own backyards? They can bring in what they find and tell us what they’ve been able to learn about it for “points” at Nature’s Trading Post. When they’ve saved up enough points, they can pick out a special scientific something to take home with them. Kids have their choice of everything from magnifying glasses to rocks and…

A Trading Post Favorite!

If you haven’t heard of FrogLube, you’re missing out. This is one product our Glock Armorers here stand by 100%. Every trigger job that is done here has a courtesy cleaning and coat of the F...

Sierra Trading Post Explores: How Do Binoculars and Scopes Work?

How exactly do binocular and scope lenses magnify images? And why do binoculars need prisms? Let's dive into how binoculars work.

The Well Traveled Fork

13 Places to Go on the North Fork

When you get to the spot where the expressway ends and Peconic Bay begins, head to the North Fork and feel like you're in a different world.

If You See a Fork with a Chipped Prong, This Is What It's For

There's a right way to use those forks with a notch in the tine. It's not just for decoration!

Walk, Hike and Explore on Beautiful North Fork Trails

You can experience the beauty of nature on one of the many trails sprinkled throughout the North Fork, from Laurel to Orient.

How to Prepare Your Feet for Long Distance Walking

If there's one thing that will completely ruin your long distance walking experience, it's damaged feet. In particular, blisters.

Cane Creek HELM: Designing A Fork We Wanted To Ride

A closer look at the Cane Creek HELM – from the features that make it awesome to the awesome people who made it a reality. Take a look inside how a group of riders when about designing a fork we wanted to ride.

Revealed: How to fix a broken zip using a FORK

Twitter account Engineering shared a short video showing how you can put a zipper back on an item of clothing using a fork. Many took to social media and branded the hack 'brilliant.'

Watch this adorable toddler try to find the 'missing' fork hiding in his hand

This video is too cute, stick a fork in us — that is, if you can find it.