EagleCourtOfHonorPlanning

Planning for your son's Eagle Scout Court of Honor.

This COH is for the Scout; although the Troop (and or Crew) is also involved, it is ultimately the responsibility of the Eagle and his family to arrange. As always, draw from the unit (Troop, Crew) resources.

In preparation, find a

This is the general format we have followed since 2010: Greeting (have everyone take their seats)
Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance (often by members of the Scout's patrol)
Invocation (opening prayer)
Outdoor Code (often by current SPL)
Purpose of an Eagle Court of Honor
Trail To Eagle (candles, often by Troop members)
Call to Eagles
Introduction of Eagle Candidate
Scoutmaster’s Minute
Eagle Challenge (This or the Charge is a required part.)
Commissioner of www.gilroyscouting.org units Hiking Stick
Troop Gift
U.S. Flag
Presentations by local officials (if any)
Eagle Award (parent pins first)
Eagle’s Minute
Scout Law
Benediction (closing prayer)
Retirement of Colors