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👉 Our Son Chose Welding Over College—Here’s Our Journey of our kid moving to Wyoming for Welding School
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items My mama heart wasn't ready for my boy to move all the way to Wyoming, but he went and now he's back! This board shares our real-life journey of helping our son go from beginner to certified welder through Western Welding Academy. Inside, you’ll find ...
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Everyday Welding Tools & Things He Uses (Student-Tested & Job-Ready)
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From Beginner to Certified Welder: Our Son attended Western Welding Academy in Gillette, Wyoming
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Student Housing Essentials for Western Welding Academy (What He Actually Used)
Everyday Welding Tools & Things He Uses (Student-Tested & Job-Ready)
These are the go-to tools our son uses daily while training and working on welding projects. Nothing fancy—just reliable, hardworking gear that gets the job done. If you're building out a welding kit for school or hands-on training, this section cove...
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These fit my 6'5" tall son perfectly and hold up great! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
My Son's Favorite Welding Shirt that has held up!
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My son's favorite welding helmet. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Lincoln Electric Viking Hood
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Funny gift for any welder! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
I Welded It Helded Hoodie
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These fit my son's large hands perfectly! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
MIG/TIG Welding Gloves
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We keep this at the house for quick projects! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
A good Portable Welder to have around - watch us try it out!
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They fit very true to size! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Ariat Men's Square Composite Toe Work Boot
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Wash up well! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Welding Premium Cap
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Best socks to wear with boots! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Carhartt Heavyweight Crew Socks
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I love how these jeans come in longer inseams! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Carhartt Rugged Relaxed Jeans
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This bag has held up through a year of welding class in high school! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Carhartt Tool Bag
From Beginner to Certified Welder: Our Son attended Western Welding Academy in Gillette, Wyoming
If you're a parent considering trade school for your child, researching welding programs, or just curious what the Western Welding Academy experience looks like, this gives you a simple, real-life perspective without all the fluff. As an Amazon Assoc...
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that's my son in the background at Western Welding Academy! He did his 6 months and learned a ton, now back home making more than I did when I graduated college with my engineering degree! So proud of him! #welders
25K views · 113 reactions | Proof our welders can fabricate anything…...
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My son's backup shield - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Good backup Welding Shield
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Mike Rowe has always supported trades like welding
Mike Rowe | Welders
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Can't wait to see my son thrive!
Western Welding Academy | Gillette WY
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I love that he is going to a Trade School!
Comprehensive Welding Courses
Student Housing Essentials for Western Welding Academy (What He Actually Used)
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad - This section covers the real-life essentials our son had with him while living in student housing—nothing over the top, just the basics that made day-to-day life easier and more comfortabl...
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Poor kid is so tall, he needed a TWIN XL at WWA! Helped his back so much! Standing 8+ hours a day, this was a life changer! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
Twin Mattress XL Long
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Who wants to share their stuff with roommates? As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases #ad
4.4 Cu.Ft. Mini Fridge
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Handy checklist for necessities
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