BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?

Subject: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Midchuck
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 09:47 PM

OK, this here's the situation:

I'll be flying out of Boston with my daughter and son on 4 October, arriving London the next day, and be in the UK until early morning the 11th. My kids have decided that I shouldn't be allowed to turn 60 without ever having been out of the US further than Montreal. Kris can't make this trip, as she just started a new job, but she's been to Yurp several times and I never have. So there.

Our plans are very loose, but essentially we're going to "do" London for a day or two, then work our way north, bump up into Scotland a little. Tom Russell will be performing up that way, and we hope to make one of his shows if they ain't all sold out.

Thoughts as to where we should go and what we should do - especially those involving folk music and/or Beer (I get the impression they're hopelessly interrelated in the UK, which is fine with me) are welcomed.

Peter.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 10:03 PM

You just might run into me over there. I'll be leaving Logan on Oct.2 to the 11th.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 10:06 PM

It's a Socialist plot to kidnap all our local talent to the UK and force Max to change Mudcat Headquarters to Hull! Think Colin Powell can handle this one? Have fun, guys.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Paul from Hull
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 10:33 PM

*G*

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Murray MacLeod
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:00 PM

Immigrant Woodchucks require Essential Scottish Music Info

This site only deals with the music scene in Edinburgh, which is where you want to be if you are in Scotland. (Except for Monday nights, when you want to be in Glenfarg).

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:02 PM

Give my regards to Glenfarg. I did a gig there 11 years ago.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:03 PM

And, if you bump into a duo called GABERLUNZIE, give them my best too.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: catspaw49
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:04 PM

Peter, take some extra bucks to bail Kendall out of the can if he gets arrested for exposing himself again. Outside of that, meet a lot of 'Catters and have a great time!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Sorcha
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:16 PM

Ye'd best PM Micca and the rest of the London/UK crowd. If you don't they will surely seek revenge, and then a woodchuck wouldn't survive.........

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 04 Sep 01 - 11:19 PM

Relax Spaw, I'm leaving the trench coat home.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: catspaw49
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 12:51 AM

That's wise Kendall.....I'm glad the therapy is going well.

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Ella who is Sooze
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 03:37 AM

ooo try to see as much of Scotland as you can - you'll love it! And try to get one or two of the isles in too.

have fun!

Ella

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Llanfair
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 03:47 AM

There's a welcome for you in Wales if you choose to detour west. Shame you ae leaving the day before Llanstock.
Cheers, Bron.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: bill\sables
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 04:01 AM

You got to come to Yorkshire, no options

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 05:39 AM

As Bill Sables said, come via Yorkshire -real tea, real beer, real men (I wish!).

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: GUEST,micca at work
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 06:51 AM

MidChuck, PM me and we can at least meet, I have a comprehensive knowledge of London and can advise ,at least on how to get around and see whats what, PM me and I will send contact details.and we might be able to drum up a few catters..

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Naemanson
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 06:55 AM

Wow! Will there be any 'catters left in the US that month? Party at Spaw's House!

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: GUEST,Lanfranc at the orifice
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 08:02 AM

Consider me drummed up! I am at my office near London Bridge most days, and would love to meet up with Midchuck and any other 'catters who can get along. I can even offer accommodation if necessary.

You'll need to be organised to get the most out of a seven day visit, travel here can be a bit slow and frustrating.

Anything we can do to help - just PM.

Alan

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 08:35 AM

Morticia is sort of in charge of my itinerary. I have no way of getting around in the UK.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Midchuck
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 12:11 PM

We're going to rent (I guess you say "hire" over there) a car, and hurtle about, remembering to get back over on the left where we're supposed to be, just in time to avoid any number of head-on collisions (we hope).

I can't wait. Kendall, you can ride with us.

Peter.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Hollowfox
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 12:52 PM

Ooo, you Lucky Duck! Just don't get kaflummoxed when you make a right-hand turn.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:27 PM

I've driven in Scotland many times, but, my new insurance company will not cover me outside the USA and Canada. To hire a car in the UK is very expensive, then, if you add their insurance, you may as well buy the damn car!

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Noreen
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 03:56 PM

A recent survey found that it was cheaper to buy and insure a car for a journey between Newcastle and London, than to buy a train ticket... (unless you bought the train ticket well in advance).

Hmmmm....

Welcome to the UK, Kendall! Just as well you've got nice mudcatters happy to get you around.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 04:09 PM

For which, I will be very grateful, Noreen.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Morticia
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 05:57 PM

Well, yes, he's got NICE mudcatters...but he's settled for me!

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 07:12 PM

I'm humbled.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Jon Freeman
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 07:37 PM

Well, its really JenEllen's field but I've just had a look on the internet about habitat and my laymans guess is that a Woodchuck would do well in the UK - perhaps too well.

As for Midchuck or Kendall or anyone else, if anyone is thinking of Norfolk, I'm always keen on meeting 'catters and can be emailed at [e-mail] or PM'd.

(I'm living at my parents at the moment and whereas I gave my phone number out in the past, I don't think it right to publicise theirs)

Jon

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Sorcha
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 07:41 PM

Kendall, they're fighting over you. Are you sure you want to leave the trench coat at home????

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Sorcha
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 08:28 PM

The real question is:

Can a Woodchuck reproduce in the UK????
Come on now, inquiring minds want to know........

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 08:46 PM

No comment! I do love a woman with a sense of humor!

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Sorcha
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 08:49 PM

hee hee hee

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: GUEST,micca at work.
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 07:27 AM

Kendall,who is she? I think we should be told..****grin***

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 07:54 AM

Any woman who has ever been my friend has had a sense of humor. (She needed it) Would you like a list Micca?

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Trevor
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 08:11 AM

You have to pass through the Midlands. Give me a PM - be delighted to meet up. Plenty of space too, if you want a stopover.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 08:15 AM

I guess I need to make up an itinerary.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Micca
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 01:27 PM

well, if you want a trip to London, Kendall, call from Mortys, she has my number and it is only about 40 mins by train!!

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 03:06 PM

ok, will do.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: lady penelope
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 04:30 PM

You could come and see me at work, you can see the houses of Parliament and the tower with Big Ben in from my department ( I work in St. Thomas' hospital ).

Have fun what ever you do,but mind the "tweenies".

TTFN M'Lady P.

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: kendall
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 06:36 PM

"tweenies"?? what is that?

Subject: RE: BS: Can a Woodchuck survive in the UK?
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 06 Sep 01 - 08:14 PM

To echo Bill Sables. In Yorkshire we will welcome any sort of Chucks Mid- Wood - Up- you name it!
Kendall - you also! We'll even buy you some Mint Cake!
Quack!
GtD.