A new Boy Scout in Kilt

[longhuntr74]

Thanks guys for the support I never meant things to have gotten ugly, we all know when we decide to wear an kilt that we face some social issues with people who do not like seeing things not to their norm. I take care when I am around the youth not to put in any situations that might bring harm to them and to me. I am a very active scout leader and I do not try to buck the system or have the boys do also. I just wanted to share that some boys have studied my kilts, questioned why I wear them, and then they went out on their own and purchase them. They found the reasons I gave were true and are happy with their decsion.

MM

As someone who's been a registered scout or scouter in the BSA for 27 years consecutively, I wanted to applaud you myself (by the way....I'm 35).

As far as the sentiments of wearing the Uniform and wearing it correctly...I recognize the importance of it and generally agree that we should set the example for the boys by wearing it frequently and properly. I know that there are many troops that do not require scout pants or shorts....and some that are very strict in the uniform standards. The wear of the uniform is, indeed, one of the methods of scouting. I, personally, typically wear official pants or shorts with the uniform, but have been known to wear green similar pants on occasion in lieu of offical pants. I think the most important thing, when it comes to representing the organization and enforcing standards, is to look neat, clean, and presentable.

As far as the situation you describe...I think anyone saying that to wear a kilt with a troop t-shirt is a violation of BSA policies is stretching things a bit far. You are doing what scout leaders are supposed to be doing...that is making scouts fun, being a positive role model, and giving them memories that will last a lifetime! Many boys don't have a good male (or female...to be un-gender biased) role model in their lives and participation in scouting can be a life changing experience for them. Keep up the good work and keep your program fun and exciting!!!