Eagle732 27 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Is it proper for an adult in uniform to wear his Eagle medal at an Eagle Court of Honor? The BSA Insignia Guide (2006) says on page 4 "Scouters should neither seek awards designed for youth members nor wear them on the Scouter uniform except square knots..." The on page 25 under Eagle Award it says "Adults wear only on formal Eagle occasions". I've seen adults wear the medal on a suit but never on a uniform. Seems on one had the guide is saying not to wear the medal on the uniform but on the other and it's OK to wear an Eagle medal on special occasions. As a Scoutmaster I've been lucky to be a part of several ECOHs but tomorrow my son has his ECOH and he has asked me to wear my medal. Link to post Share on other sites
OldGrayOwl 10 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I ALWAYS wear mine at Eagle Courts of Honor. It is the only time I wear mine. What would happen if you wore yours at your son's? Would the Badge Police come and rip it off of your shirt? I can't think of anything more formal than an ECOH, especially your son's. Go for it. OGO Link to post Share on other sites
RememberSchiff 3683 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 ??? Tomorrow be a Dad, take a photo of you and your son in uniform wearing your Eagle medals. Congratulations. Link to post Share on other sites
Scoutfish 16 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Sounds like they are saying that you don't wear it on your uniform no matter what...EXCEPT if you are at a formal Eagle occasion. usually, it;s easier to make a general rule or statement , but put ammendments or exception under the place where those exceptions take place. Know what I mean, instead of listing every single exception to the rule in the general rules, you list it under the specific case it becomes an exception. Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle92 110 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I got two words for ya '732: WEAR IT There is nothing wrong wearing your Eagle Medal at a formal occasion like an ECOH. Heck I still have mine on from the District Banquet as I have given the Eagle recognition at them in the past. banquets, ECOHs Blue and Golds are considered formal occasions for its wearing. Link to post Share on other sites
AK-Eagle 19 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I cannot of a better or more appropriate time or place to wear it. Tell any uniform police members that challenge that to take a day off and just enjoy the ECOH. Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle732 27 Posted February 6, 2011 Author Share Posted February 6, 2011 Thanks everyone. I wasn't worried about the uniform police but I do like to wear the uniform properly to set the example. Link to post Share on other sites
Twocubdad 665 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Wear it. Better yet, why not present it to your son? Link to post Share on other sites
desertrat77 1144 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Please wear it! Phooey to the uniform police and their desire to restrict freedom and happiness! And congratulations to you and your son! Link to post Share on other sites
nolesrule 58 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Any member of the uniform police who thinks you can't wear your Eagle medal at an Eagle Court of Honor should be subject to having his UP membership revoked. Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle92 110 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Any member of the uniform police who thinks you can't wear your Eagle medal at an Eagle Court of Honor should be subject to having his UP membership revoked. Darn tootin, esp since as the OP quotes, it's allowed in the IG. Hope you have a great ECOH today. Link to post Share on other sites
BDPT00 41 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Why fear the uniform police? The answer is yes. Where's the issue? BDPT00 Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle732 27 Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Well the ECOH went off without a hitch. Almost every Scout from our troop was there along with some Cubs who will be joining us next month. Many special guests and friends attended. Scouts did a great job on the ceremony, even managing to stay serious and focused through the program. I was impressed. Mom pinned the Eagle medal, I placed the Eagle neckerchief and administered the Eagle Oath. Mom and Grandmother cried, Grandfather received the Mentor pin for advising on the project. My 2 SMs from my days as a Scout (many years ago!) along with the current SM of the troop, who was a Scout when I was there also attended. State and local politicians made proclamations and brought gifts. Eagle son stood up in front of a crowd of 100 people and gave a great thank you speech, which was difficult for him, but he did it like a true leader. The buzz amongst the boys was that they are more motivated that ever to earn Eagle and were each predicting dates of completion. ASM was taking notes on who and when for later reference. Oh, and I did wear my medal. Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Boyce 13 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Wear it. National needs to change this one. When I was 11-12, it was a bit inspirational to see my SM's medal; he'd wear it every so often. Damn fine medal! Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle92 110 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Mr. B. National already allows the wearing of the Eagle medal at events like this. Link to post Share on other sites
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