San Marino Boy Scout Completes Eagle Project for Impulse

Jason Eriksen, 16, of San Marino Boy Scout Troop 359 never thought his Eagle project would involve renovating a 45’ equipment trailer for Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps.  Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps, based out of Buena Park, California, needed to renovate their aging equipment trailer which travels over 6,000 miles across the country during their show season with Drum Corps International.   “I feel really good helping them out,” said Eriksen.  “Their [Impulse’s] trailer needed a lot of work including paint, new carpet and lighting.”  A request of the organization was to improve the “green” nature of the trailer which Eriksen was able to accomplish with a 100 watt solar panel, a 24V deep cycle battery supply, and 10 LED low voltage lights to provide a well-lit and safe environment for the participants. “I set up a Go Fund Me account and was able to raise almost $2,000.00 for the project.  The trailer is now much safer for night time equipment loading, additionally we improved the interior infrastructure. I’m thankful I was able to help them make the trailer more effective for their music competitions.” 

Mike Lopez, Director of Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps, is appreciative of Eriksen’s eagle project. “Having Jason step up to renovate our trailer for his eagle project is amazing.  In order to keep fees down for our members, we haven’t had the opportunity to raise money for our [equipment] trailer.  Jason agreed to take on this difficult project, complete it within a very short window and help the environment by installing “green” technology.  We are truly grateful for Jason, Troop 359 in San Marino, the Boy Scouts of America program, and all the volunteers for helping out our music program.”

Jason Eriksen is a junior at San Marino High and is a part of the High School Track and Field group as well as the Soccer team. Jason is currently a Life Scout and has been involved in a number of leadership activities in preparation for his Eagle rank, including serving as staff at BSA National Youth Leadership Training camps. Jason’s goal is to excel in high school and attend a top-notch college for a STEM-based degree.

ABOUT TROOP 359 SAN MARINO
Troop 359 is a Boy Scout troop based in San Marino, California in the Rose Bowl District of the Greater Los Angeles Area Council.  The troop is focused on boy-led leadership and providing a traditional Boy Scout experience that develops boys’ life skills and providing the opportunity for them to lead their peers in preparation for a successful adult life. For more information on BSA Troop 359, contact Scoutmaster Stephen Eriksen at [email protected] or visit the troop website at http://www.bsa359.org/.