njdrt-rdr 39 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I'm a cubmaster and got invited to to attend the eagle court of honor for a friends son. Do I wear my scout uniform or civilian clothes? Link to post Share on other sites
koolaidman 110 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I think the ultimate answer is what ever you choose. I had the same dilemma when I was an assistant den leader to an eagle scout's younger brother. I wore civilian clothes. The uniform would have been OK too, however, I had an appointment just after the ECOH. His grandfather wore the uniform he made eagle in. If you want to wear the uniform, wear it. If you don't, then don't. All eyes will be on the eagle scout anyway... Link to post Share on other sites
frankpalazzi 62 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Yes, it is your choice. You certainly would not look "out of place" in uniform, but, again, it is your choice. Either is perfectly appropriate. Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh 3451 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Of course from the title of your thread, if you are female, go for it, otherwise, I'd take a pass unless you have a really nice pair of high heels to go with it. Stosh Link to post Share on other sites
Basementdweller 608 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I salute you for such a bold choice to wear to an eagle court of honor......I would make sure the Dress isn't too reveling and certainly no more than two fingers in length above the knee. I would stay away from red or black... Seriously your uniform is fine and appropriate. Dang it blake ya beat me too it. Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh 3451 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 At least this guy doesn't work for a newspaper and have to come up with article titles. Gotta read them, then read them carefully, then have your drunk buddy read them, and then if it's okay, print it. Link to post Share on other sites
st0ut717 144 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 ya know I bet a Scottish kilt and a class A shirt would look kinda Bad A$$ Link to post Share on other sites
njeagle92 15 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 This post reminds me of a similar question I've often wondered... I've been to Eagle CoH's out of uniform and have noticed others in civilan attire wearing their Eagle medals. Is this common? I've worn my Eagle medal in uniform at CoH's, but never the opposite. Regardless, I still stand when the call goes out to "all Eagles in attendance to please stand and be recognized". Link to post Share on other sites
walk in the woods 887 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 This post reminds me of a similar question I've often wondered... I've been to Eagle CoH's out of uniform and have noticed others in civilan attire wearing their Eagle medals. Is this common? I've worn my Eagle medal in uniform at CoH's, but never the opposite. Regardless, I still stand when the call goes out to "all Eagles in attendance to please stand and be recognized". I think I'd skip the medal with "civilian" wear. However, a NESA Eagle lapel pin would probably be appropriate. Link to post Share on other sites
walk in the woods 887 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 OK, so a minor hijack but along the same lines. My son's Court of Honor is next month. Do I go as Dad or Scoutmaster? I've asked him but haven't gotten a response yet. I'm leaning towards Dad because that's my favorite role. Link to post Share on other sites
00Eagle 32 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 OK' date=' so a minor hijack but along the same lines. My son's Court of Honor is next month. Do I go as Dad or Scoutmaster? I've asked him but haven't gotten a response yet. I'm leaning towards Dad because that's my favorite role.[/quote'] From what I've seen, but not a hard-and-fast rule, is that Dad goes as Dad. Uniform or not is up to you, but MCing (if normally done by the scoutmaster) and Scoutmaster's minute duties are handed off to an assistant or other scouter (e.g. retired Scoutmaster). You get the night off to be dad. Link to post Share on other sites
Stosh 3451 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 OK, so a minor hijack but along the same lines. My son's Court of Honor is next month. Do I go as Dad or Scoutmaster? I've asked him but haven't gotten a response yet. I'm leaning towards Dad because that's my favorite role.I'd go as Dad. You will always be dad, but eventually you will cease being SM. Stosh Link to post Share on other sites
qwazse 4230 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 OK, so a minor hijack but along the same lines. My son's Court of Honor is next month. Do I go as Dad or Scoutmaster? I've asked him but haven't gotten a response yet. I'm leaning towards Dad because that's my favorite role.Our SM went as dad (dress shirt and tie): CM was MoC, two ASMs (actually SM emeritus) talked about the meaning of Eagle Scout and recollected the boy's scouting carreer, and I lead the Eagle charge. If you have the depth use it. Actually, (personal preference here) your boys could do each of those. If they're attending in sufficient numbers and are appropriately gifted, use those gifts. Link to post Share on other sites
JoeBob 605 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 ya know I bet a Scottish kilt and a class A shirt would look kinda Bad A$$ In case you ever want to know what 'bawbags, are: http://www.thekiltstore.com/2888/products/ex_hire_kilt_grey_pinstripe.aspx http://www.thekiltstore.com/6329/products/bawbags_underwear_cockerel_red_design.aspx Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle92 110 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I'd wear a uniform, but that's me. I'm also an Eagle so the medal is worn. Not an official website, but http://www.scoutinsignia.com/eagmedal.htm states you can wear the medal in civilian dress. I know I read it once that it was ok, wish I could remember where. And I just noticed that "Adults wear onlyon formal Eagle occasions." p 30 of the Guide to Awards and Insignia. Link to post Share on other sites
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