Pipeliners Tour: Celebrating Tom Waters' 85th Birthday

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Pipeliners Tour – Baton Rouge, Louisiana Celebrating Tom Waters' 85th Birthday November 8, 2026 | Baton Rouge, LA The pipeline community is coming together to celebrate a man whose name has been known across spreads, welding rigs, and right-of-ways for generations. Join us for a special Pipeliners Tour stop honoring Tom Waters on his 85th birthday. This crew appreciation event will bring together pipeliners, welders, contractors, families, industry leaders, and friends from across the country to celebrate the legacy of a man whose glasses have traveled countless miles on pipeline projects throughout North America. Expect a day filled with fellowship, stories from the ROW, live entertainment, vendors, food, giveaways, special tributes, and more. Calling All Pipeliners Have photos or videos of yourself, your crew, or family members wearing Tom Waters glasses over the years? We're collecting memories from across the industry to help tell Tom's story. Send us your photos, videos, and stories for a special tribute that will be shared leading up to the event and during the celebration. Post them here in the discussions or send them in a private message. Welding Rig Truck Show & Shine Bring your welding rig and show it off. We'll be hosting a special Show & Shine Competition featuring some of the best welding rigs in the industry. More details on registration, classes, and prizes will be announced soon. Vendors & Sponsors Wanted Interested in being part of this historic event? We are currently accepting applications for: • Industry vendors • Food vendors • Sponsors • Local business partners • Giveaway and raffle contributors This is your opportunity to support the crews and be part of a celebration honoring one of the most respected names in pipeline history. Contact: melanie@thepipelinelife.com More details, entertainment announcements, ticket information, and special event activities will be released soon. Built by the crews. Backed by the best. Presented by The Pipeline Life.