OK... my first post.
I agree the Eagle Rank should not be worn on the adult uniform. There is an Eagle knot for adult leaders and it is against the rules. Full stop.
However.... I see two distinct situations here:
1) The 19+ year old who is now a registered adult leader: He should abide by regulations and only wear the Eagle knot. Full stop.
2) The 19-21 year olds who come back from college, pull out their old uniform for one night and attend a COH wearing their old BSA uniform with the Eagle rank.
We need to extend these young men some GRACE by:
focusing on welcoming them back for a visit at the Court of Honor
taking interest in what they have been doing since graduating H.S.
keeping our mouth's shut even though we know they are no longer registered and/or should not be wearing the Eagle rank patch.
It's one night only. If they start showing up regularly wearing the uniform, then they need to register and wear the Eagle knot.
Remember: A Scout (and Scout Leaders) are also: Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Cheerful
Side note: I will admit though, it would be kind of cool if adult leaders could wear on the Red Jac-Shirt the Eagle rank on the left pocket (in place of the generic BSA patch).
