New Eagle Scout

[Woodsman]

My Congratulations to your son.

I have been involved with Scouting for 35 years and have pinned 25 Eagles. Some were 14 some were 18. Some wore blue jeans, some wore perfect uniform. IMHO the purpose of scouting is to have fun. Along the way we have some great experiences and learn a few things too. I wear kilts at scouting functions frequently. I think it’s fun to wear a kilt. As far as the McLaren tartan goes I am a 3 time Wood Badger The Scottish and Canadian boys wear McLaren so I would say go for it and don’t forget to have fun

As a Scoutmaster and Woodbadger (Buffalos are the best by the way) I have to agree with you Matty -the purpose of Scouting is to learn while having fun. Also the newly ordained Eagle Scouts do have a say in where, when and how they get recognized for their ceremony. I too say if he wants to wear the kilt then he should. We have to make little waves once in a while.

P.S. I just checked. I had the honor of pinning 20 Eagles including my son!

[Cygnus]

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P.S. I just checked. I had the honor of pinning 20 Eagles including my son!

That is a huge accomplishment, even with today's requirements!

And I just realized that I hadn't weighed in on wearing the kilt for the court of honor. I have mixed feelings about wearing the kilt as part of the Boy Scouts of America uniform, but I am generally in favor of it - doubly so when the scout is receiving "scouting's highest honor". It will be your son's big day, after all.