In 1933 "Cub Leaders' Round Table" suggested Parent / Cub dinners. Soon thereafter, Pack 1 of Michigan City started a tradition of pot-lucks where the dads were to bring utensils made of wood; whittled by the Cub with his dad. In the 1930s father / son 'bean dinners' and 'Cub family dinners' began to become commonplace. Finally, in 1943 the name "Blue and Gold Banquet" first appeared in BSA literature, and became synonymous with "celebrating the birthday of Scouting."
Today, the Blue and Gold banquet is one of the highlights of the program year. It brings together your Pack's families for a dinner and an evening of fun. The meal is important, but even more important is the warm, congenial atmosphere created as families enjoy each other's company.
The dessert must be made by the Scout and another significant MALE!! So all you dads, granddads, uncles and big brothers roll up your sleeves and get creative. What kind of dessert you make is up to you. Prizes will be awarded for a variety of categories- all who participate will receive an award! Then we will enjoy them for dessert!
RSVP by February 19th to your den leader, how many are coming from your family, please include guests you have invited...grandparents, teachers, friends.
Contact your den leader.