I love Mike Rowe. OK, I love his character…apparently the man isn’t quite as perfect, but I’m putting my fingers in my ears right NOW, thankyouverymuch. 
Perhaps because this used to be my solution as well, a number of the tradespeople I know personally are those who spend their free time in the arts in some way (theatre, sculpture, writing, etc.). They make a GOOD living and get to use both their brawn and their brains on a daily basis. It’s a perfect combo.
Many of the unionized trades pay very well, provided (1) you pursue the trade as a career and not just a job and (2) you continue to develop and expand your skills through continuing education and become a specialist in your trade. All that’s up to you, though. You can content yourself with journeyman-level skills and ride the pay grade. No one’s going to knock on your door or mail you a notice of opportunity. That’s why most of the trade workers making six figures are the restless type. They want to teach, start a business, become a regional name. You can be one of those workers but only if you’re up to it.
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