About the Troopers
The Troopers are the only competitive junior drum and bugle corps in the state
of Wyoming. The corps, founded in 1957 by Casper contractor Jim Jones, represents
Wyoming in numerous performance events during the year and participates in
the Drum Corps International Summer Music Games tour during the summer months.
The Troopers are proud to be a founding member of Drum Corps International.
We have been serving the youth of America for over 49 years and during
that time have held many championship titles including the World Open,
CYO, VFW National, American Legion, North American and DCI regional
titles. Aside from summer competition activities, the Troopers are
a popular attraction at professional and collegiate sporting events
including the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Phillies and the United
States Air Force Academy. The Troopers were the first competitive drum
corps to participate in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade; represented
the state of Wyoming at the 1993 and 2001 Presidential Inaugural Parades
and have performed in concert before World's Fair attendees, NATO Defense
College delegates and Presidents Johnson, Nixon, Reagan, Bush, Clinton
and George W. Bush.
The Troopers Mission
To provide a youth activity with positive educational experiences
that promote the growth and development of specific life skills
consistent with the Trooper Tradition of Excellence.
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Although most of our members are from the western United States, the
popularity of the corps has attracted members from all across the United
States, Canada, Europe and in 2003 we welcomed our first members from
Japan. The corps is open to all young adults from age 16 to 21. Members
are required to audition for the corps each year and are accepted based
on musical ability and marching skills but more importantly positive
attitude, self-discipline and dedication.
Reflecting upon our western military heritage, our uniforms are reminiscent
of those worn by the 11th Ohio cavalry stationed in Casper, WY in the
late 1800's and our musical style is most reflective of the American
spirit. The Troopers are widely recognized and respected by drum corps
fans around the world. Ever building on a championship tradition and
dedication to excellence, our corps has been nicknamed, "America's
Corps", a title we hold with honor.
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