2025 Wyo-Ben Mud School
Wyo-Ben offers two distinct Mud School programs—HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) and Water Well—designed to deliver a comprehensive education in drilling fluids tailored to the needs of professionals in these specialized fields. These immersive programs combine classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and site tours to provide attendees with a robust understanding of drilling fluids, their applications, and real-world problem-solving techniques.
Wyo-Ben HDD Mud School
The Wyo-Ben HDD Mud School equips participants with advanced knowledge and skills for optimizing performance in horizontal directional drilling. This program blends theoretical insights with practical experiences to deepen understanding and enhance application techniques.
Program Highlights:
- Foundational Learning: Sessions like “Bentonite 101” and live drilling demonstrations introduce the basics of drilling fluids and their critical roles in HDD operations.
- Advanced Techniques: Participants explore fluid formulations, troubleshoot drilling challenges, and engage in lab testing with polymer additions and alternatives.
- Experiential Learning: Site tours of bentonite mines and production facilities in Greybull, Wyoming, paired with local sightseeing and a historic dinner at the Irma Hotel in Cody, create a memorable learning experience.
- Final Insights: The program concludes with advanced discussions on drilling operations, mud programming, and app-based tools, along with a visit to the Buffalo Bill Museum for additional inspiration.
Whether you’re new to HDD or a seasoned expert, this program equips you with the practical and theoretical knowledge to excel in the field.
Wyo-Ben Water Well Mud School
The Wyo-Ben Water Well Mud School focuses on the specific needs of professionals in the water well drilling industry, delivering practical training on drilling fluids, grouting techniques, and problem-solving methods.
Program Highlights:
- Hands-On Basics: Participants begin with “Bentonite 101” presentations and drilling demonstrations showcasing Wyo-Ben products in action.
- Advanced Applications: Sessions on drilling fluids, polymer additions, and sealing and grouting techniques provide in-depth practical knowledge.
- Field Practicum: Outdoor training on hole sealing and grouting, coupled with lab work, ensures real-world application of concepts.
- Immersive Experience: Tours of Wyo-Ben’s mines and production facilities in Greybull, Wyoming, are complemented by visits to the Buffalo Bill Museum and local dining experiences, fostering both learning and networking opportunities.
This program blends theory with fieldwork to deliver actionable insights for enhancing water well drilling efficiency and performance.
Mud School Dates
May Dates
Water Well Mud School – May 12-16, 2025
HDD Mud School – May 20-23, 2025
Water Well Mud School May Registration HDD Mud School May RegistrationSeptember Dates
Water Well Mud School – September 8-12, 2025
HDD Mud School – September 16-19, 2025
Water Well Mud School September Registration HDD Mud School September Registration
Wyo-Ben Corporate Offices – Billings, MT