Log your Ravens trip here!

[UKRaven]

Whilst there are plenty of conversations on facebook about potential trips to Ravens games this coming season, I thought we could log our intentions on 24*7. It may seem a bit cloak and dagger but there is plenty of 'wishful thinking' on facebook - history shows that is all it will be.
Anyone acually serious about going, and wants to join forces with other UKR's, the discussion is better stared here.

[TOEMAN]

Standing by to bring the ice luge for any of the UKRavens making the trip! Gordon, get some of those luge pictures up on FB. I know there are a bunch of pictures from over the years. :beavisnbutthead2:

[Ravenblue]

I'm toying with either Pats and Browns in September or either Steelers and Redskins on road, or Redskins on road and Broncos. I'm leaning towards the December trip despite the fact I'll freeze my ass off simply because I like the idea of an afternoon game at M&T Bank, whether it is v Steelers or Broncos!

Toe, I assume you'll be going to the Redskin's game?

[ctulb]

Would love to be able to finally make the trip this year, but unfortunately Vegas in October for the Cowgirls game is as close as I'm going to get.

Always next year!!

[TOEMAN]

I have done the Ravens at Redskins game before so I am heading north to Philly Week 2. If all goes well, I will get out of there alive........

[UKRaven]

If I make a trip over for the Ravens / Cowboys game on Oct 14 it looks like I'll be on my own this time around.
What else is happening in Balt / Md that weekend?

[UKRavenGordon]

Because of my PFF commitments I'll not be making the trip over for a regular season game. I will however, be definitely coming over for a playoff game should we make it there. For anyone who's not gone, I've been across three times now and I've enjoyed it even more each time. It's expensive to go over for a game but each time it's been worth every penny to me.

[Mista T]

If I make a trip over for the Ravens / Cowboys game on Oct 14 it looks like I'll be on my own this time around.
What else is happening in Balt / Md that weekend?

You will have just missed some big September events: 2 boat shows in Annapolis and Defenders Day (on the eve of its 200th Anniversary). For y'all Limeys: that celebrates Baltimore defense (which y'all may spell as "defence") of Fort McHenry and the City of Baltimore. If you don't understand the significance of Defenders' Day, read this ----> re the Star Spangled Banner (http://starspangled200.com/national-anthem#.T9lmj9Ov-N0). It's all about the marauding British fleet burning defenseless American villages along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline, until stymied by the gallant defenders of Fort McHenry plus their oversized flag. You may want to consider leaving your stadium seat just before each game, when Mishael Miller belts out the Star Spangled Banner:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgDb-XvEfL0

The song is less than complimentary about British invaders!

We'll be celebrating "winning" the War of 1812 for the next three years, including a visit by HMS & Canadian frigates all week (I hope the are not going to fire rockets at Ft. McHenry!!!). Also a big-ass air show (http://starspangled200.com/air-show-details#.T9h01NOv-N1) over Baltimore Harbor this weekend.

Back on topic: it seems that there is always something major happening in mid-October: Fells Point, Inner Harbor or ethnic festivals. If you make the trip, post again so we can try to get you better data.

[Ravenblue]

If I make a trip over for the Ravens / Cowboys game on Oct 14 it looks like I'll be on my own this time around.
What else is happening in Balt / Md that weekend?

I'm actually looking into this game- my mate who got me into watching football is a Cowboys fan (nobody's perfect, right?) so we're thinking about a few days in Baltimore for the game with a week in California or New Orleans before or after.

[UKRaven]

That's is something we could look at combining for some part of. If I go it will only be a short weekend trip but we still have time to look at available options.
I know the MD Terps are away on the Saturday and there is only a Chrstian rock band (if there is such a thing) playing downtown on that Saturday evening. So at the moment I'd be planning just to get sh%t faced at either Fells Point or the Inner Harbour for most of the time!

[FellsPointRaven]

Don't think I'll make a single game this year, as things stand. We're back for Thanksgiving but Ravens are away BOTH weekends around then :grbac:

[TOEMAN]

Banking all of my holiday time for the September games.....
Dave- went into the local pub last night and met the new girl behind the bar. I asked if that was an English accent and she said "yes, I am from Huddersfield". I laughed and said I know where that is----up north. She was a little surprised I knew this until I explained.........:)

[UKRaven]

Top work Toe, did you get her phone number?

[graniteraven]

Alright guys, new member but follow the site a bit.

Got my tripped booked last weekend and heading over for the Browns game on the thursday night :happyanim

A quick question for you guys. Whats the deal with tailgaiting? How does it work? Hoping to grab a few beers with mrs granite before the game but unsure how it works or weather to just find a bar.

Cheers in advance.

[UKRaven]

TOEMAN is the best for local info as he is a native. There are several groups on the main forum that meet up for tailgates in various places around the many parking lots. As it is a Thursday night game it may be a bit different.

[TOEMAN]

GraniteRaven---New members are always welcome! You have no worries in reference to tailgating. I have a large group that will be there late afternoon and you are welcome to attend. Beer and food will be there and maybe that infamous ice luge. Sitting in a bar is for afterwards. Tailgating is the way to go beforehand for the true "experience". Greg and Mister T are a short walk from where I tailgate unless they move this year.
Dave--No phone number, Mrs Toe is just 2 miles away from the pub. :happy:

[UKRavenGordon]

GraniteRaven---New members are always welcome! You have no worries in reference to tailgating. I have a large group that will be there late afternoon and you are welcome to attend. Beer and food will be there and maybe that infamous ice luge. Sitting in a bar is for afterwards. Tailgating is the way to go beforehand for the true "experience". Greg and Mister T are a short walk from where I tailgate unless they move this year.
Dave--No phone number, Mrs Toe is just 2 miles away from the pub. :happy:

You do have a newly single Scottish friend though, put in a good word for me Tim :rolling:

[Ravenblue]

GraniteRaven- I'd definitely recommend meeting up with Toe and his mates for some good old fashioned tailgating action. Went over for a couple of game last season and couldn't have been made more welcome and had a great time both before and during the games.

Still hoping to make it over this season (I still need to do an ice luge, even if I did manage to squeeze in a beer bong on Thanksgiving!) but currently looking into buying a flat/apartment and something might have to give!

[graniteraven]

GraniteRaven---New members are always welcome! You have no worries in reference to tailgating. I have a large group that will be there late afternoon and you are welcome to attend. Beer and food will be there and maybe that infamous ice luge. Sitting in a bar is for afterwards. Tailgating is the way to go beforehand for the true "experience". Greg and Mister T are a short walk from where I tailgate unless they move this year.
Dave--No phone number, Mrs Toe is just 2 miles away from the pub. :happy:


Cheers for the replies guys and thanks Toeman for the invite :) Do we need to bring anything beer etc? (A complete tailgating newbie)

Still can't believe it's happening tbh. just worked out than in 11 weeks I will have seen my first Ravens game (hopefully with a win)

How is Baltimore as a city? I guess you can read all day about the good and bad things about a place so it's probably better to ask someone who knows i suppose. We are staying in the Mt Vernon area of the city, which i have heard is quite nice.

[TOEMAN]

If you are good with domestic canned beer, there will be plenty. Someone from the group will volunteer and put out the spread of food for the tailgate. I just need to put you in the count a week before the Browns game. You will just need to show up in Purple and look for me. I will be wearing purple also. :happy:
OR
You can just look for this guy---

http://www.sptimes.com/News/012901/SuperBowl2001/Rockin__Ravens.shtml

I will post up the location when the game gets closer.

[TOEMAN]

IrishRaven--
FedEx dropped off your pair of tickets for the opener MNF------see you soon!

[graniteraven]

If you are good with domestic canned beer, there will be plenty. Someone from the group will volunteer and put out the spread of food for the tailgate. I just need to put you in the count a week before the Browns game. You will just need to show up in Purple and look for me. I will be wearing purple also. :happy:
OR
You can just look for this guy---

http://www.sptimes.com/News/012901/SuperBowl2001/Rockin__Ravens.shtml

I will post up the location when the game gets closer.

Great picture, must have been amazing being there at the SB.

Any beer is great for me :-) Will defo be wearing purple although loving the white Nike shirt. Guessing its cool for the mrs to tailgate also

9 weeks and counting :happyanim

[cb99]

Toeman,
Any chance of 4 Irish lads joining in the tailgate?? We'll throw some money in the pot!

Graniteraven,
Staying in the Mount Vernon area as well,, below is our schedule of games,, plan on keeping busy! Managed to pick up tickets on stubhub.
Wed 26th Sept – Baltimore Hockey Classic
Thurs 27th Sept – Browns @ Ravens
Fri 28th Sept – Red Sox @ O’s –
Sat 29th Sept – San Jose @ Navy
Sun 30th Sept – Up the road to Philly for Giants @ Eagles

[graniteraven]

Toeman,
Any chance of 4 Irish lads joining in the tailgate?? We'll throw some money in the pot!

Graniteraven,
Staying in the Mount Vernon area as well,, below is our schedule of games,, plan on keeping busy! Managed to pick up tickets on stubhub.
Wed 26th Sept – Baltimore Hockey Classic
Thurs 27th Sept – Browns @ Ravens
Fri 28th Sept – Red Sox @ O’s –
Sat 29th Sept – San Jose @ Navy
Sun 30th Sept – Up the road to Philly for Giants @ Eagles

Nice one Mrs Granite and I are at the Baseball on the friday as well. Neither one of us knows the first thing about it but worth heading along to tick it off the list. Are you guys in a hotel in MV? We used a site called Airbnb to get accom. Its pretty much folk renting out there houses, it's something a little different from hotels i suppose. Got a great deal for NY with that site.
Just had a look at the Baltimore classic tickets but the look on the mrs face when i mentioned it means that wont be happening :laugh: Can't complain with the football and baseball in 3 days being in Baltimore.

[cb99]

Nice one Mrs Granite and I are at the Baseball on the friday as well. Neither one of us knows the first thing about it but worth heading along to tick it off the list. Are you guys in a hotel in MV? We used a site called Airbnb to get accom. Its pretty much folk renting out there houses, it's something a little different from hotels i suppose. Got a great deal for NY with that site.
Just had a look at the Baltimore classic tickets but the look on the mrs face when i mentioned it means that wont be happening :laugh: Can't complain with the football and baseball in 3 days being in Baltimore.

Baseball is some craic, bring your drinking boots! Staying the the Mount Vernon Hotel, cheap & cheerful and within walking distance of Inner Harbor, can't ask for more (think there's an Irish bar around the corner from it as well)

Preseason Hockey is pretty poor, so probably not missing much,, saying that, might be different atmosphere as Baltimore only gets the one game a year, here's hoping!

[UKRavenGordon]

Stayed in the Mount Vernon hotel myself two years ago. Decent enough hotel, thought it was great value for money at the price we got it at the time. If my memory serves me correctly it's about 15minutes walk from the inner harbour. But there's also a light rail stop 2 mins from the hotel which we used at night.

[leachisabeast]

Ok guys, I'm planning to have my leave sometime during the season, but I really don't know wHere to start. Where do I buy tickets? How much would a ticket cost for decent seats? What is the best area/hotel to stay in, also what are the best areas to go for a few bevvies after the game? Nothing is certain right now, I'm just speculating about this with a few mates. A trip to Maryland to watch the Ravens would be awesome! Taking into account this would be my first visit to Baltimore, so I don't know the area too well, spent too much time in Florida!

Any info would be appreciated!

[HoustonRaven]

Just to give you lads an alternative, if you stay at the hotels in Harbor East (Marriott Courtyard, Hilton Garden Inn, etc), you get a better feel of Baltimore and its neighborhoods, particularly Fells Point and Little Italy.

Those hotels are still a short walk to the harbor and blocks from Fells Point. The Inner Harbor is decent enough but if you desire to hang with the locals, consider the places I mentioned.

[cb99]

Stayed in the Mount Vernon hotel myself two years ago. Decent enough hotel, thought it was great value for money at the price we got it at the time. If my memory serves me correctly it's about 15minutes walk from the inner harbour. But there's also a light rail stop 2 mins from the hotel which we used at night.

Excellent, thanks.. looks decent enough & at less than €60 a night per room can't really go too wrong!

[TOEMAN]

[QUOTE=cb99;466501]Toeman,
Any chance of 4 Irish lads joining in the tailgate?? We'll throw some money in the pot!

Absolutely! The Irish actually get a discounted price..........

[TOEMAN]

leachisabeast----I use StubHub for the Ravens away games since they have some kind of guarantee included when you purchase thru them. I have not had any issues with the purchases I have made using StubHub. Pricing will vary greatly depending on which game you choose.

Philly Week 2 is my pick city this year since I have been to most of the away stadiums we have on the schedule this year.

[Mista T]

Can someone summarize who is coming for which game(s). I want to make sure I have an ample supply of celery.

btw: Our gang, minus Ben "Fells Point Raven", retreated to our former digs at Lot J last season and should be staying put. We currently have no UK members (except when my son-in-law visits) but we have learned how to converse with y'all from across the pond without requiring a translator.

[Irishraven]

IrishRaven--
FedEx dropped off your pair of tickets for the opener MNF------see you soon!

Obviously got your email but just seeing this now. Can't wait, so excited for my first night time game. I fly into NYC on the Friday and spend 3 nights there before heading to Bmore by train on the Monday morning with a work colleague. We will get into town early enough to enjoy some crabs at Bo Brooks before the game. We are staying in the same hotel as always - the Marriott by Pier 7, just on the water.

@Toe - would you mind getting 12 bottles of anything (no cider needed this year) and I will fix you up when I come to your tailgating area. Where will you be this year?

Will Monday be busy after the game? Hoping to go out for a few drinks somewhere.

If anyone wants anything from the island of Ireland let me know and I'll be happy to bring it over...looking forward to seeing everyone again - can't wait to break out the new Ray Rice jersey ;)

[Irishraven]

I am there for the Monday night game against the Bengals (only 3 weeks to go)

[TOEMAN]

We are at the same spot as always---on Ostend St between Sharpe and Peach---hopefully in the corner closer to Peach St. I am hoping the lot manager makes the employees vacate the lot since it is a work day. If not, we may get moved down closer to Sharpe. We should be there by 4pm.
Is canned beer OK or do you need bottles? Several cases of canned beer will be there and I can put both of you into the head count. If not, I will grab 12 bottles for you.

[Irishraven]

We are at the same spot as always---on Ostend St between Sharpe and Peach---hopefully in the corner closer to Peach St. I am hoping the lot manager makes the employees vacate the lot since it is a work day. If not, we may get moved down closer to Sharpe. We should be there by 4pm.
Is canned beer OK or do you need bottles? Several cases of canned beer will be there and I can put both of you into the head count. If not, I will grab 12 bottles for you.

Cans will be perfect :happyanim:happyanim

We will definitely be there by 4, probably a little earlier around 3pm to soak up all the atmosphere. Living for it.

[TOEMAN]

Irish-
we are meeting at 2p and we should hit the lot by 2:30. I put you guys in for food and beer.

Hope I remember to bring your tickets.....

[Irishraven]

Irish-
we are meeting at 2p and we should hit the lot by 2:30. I put you guys in for food and beer.

Hope I remember to bring your tickets.....

Hahaha - be a great opportunity to see me cry! See you there at 2pm, can't wait!

[graniteraven]

16 days untill we leave and im buzzing for it. Will fly by now that the football season has started.

Hopefully we get the season off to a flyer by picking up the W on monday :happyanim

[graniteraven]

Alright Toeman hws it going? Just a quick message to ask if it was still cool to meet up with you guys for some tailgating before the Browns game?
We leave sat morning for NY then through to Baltimore on the wednesday. Can't wait to finally see the Ravens play in the flesh :happy:

[cb99]

Alright Toeman hws it going? Just a quick message to ask if it was still cool to meet up with you guys for some tailgating before the Browns game?
We leave sat morning for NY then through to Baltimore on the wednesday. Can't wait to finally see the Ravens play in the flesh :happy:

Countdown is on! Had to substitute the O's blue jays for the hockey,, with the O's on such a roll delighted to be heading to Camden yards twice!

[graniteraven]

Countdown is on! Had to substitute the O's blue jays for the hockey,, with the O's on such a roll delighted to be heading to Camden yards twice!


It is that :happy: Got to be at the airport in 5 hours so i suppose i better start packing lol.

Will try and get online closer to the game to see if Toeman is still cool with letting us join the tailgate and to get the details so hopefully i will see you over there bud. If not then have a great trip and hopefully we see a Ravens and O's win.

:happyanim:happyanim

[TOEMAN]

Everything is good to go for Thursday. I believe it is 2 of you and cb99 has 4. I will put you in for the count. We had a parking issue on the Monday game since the workers had not vacated the lot at 3pm. It eventually got sorted out but I expect the same on Thurs. I should there by 4 pm. We setup on the grass: 200 block of W Ostend St between Sharpe St and Peach St---closer to Peach unless the spots are gone or the workers haven't moved their cars. We are not in the lots under the bridge---the stadium owns those lots. I will confirm later in the week what time everyone is getting there.

[cb99]

Everything is good to go for Thursday. I believe it is 2 of you and cb99 has 4. I will put you in for the count. We had a parking issue on the Monday game since the workers had not vacated the lot at 3pm. It eventually got sorted out but I expect the same on Thurs. I should there by 4 pm. We setup on the grass: 200 block of W Ostend St between Sharpe St and Peach St---closer to Peach unless the spots are gone or the workers haven't moved their cars. We are not in the lots under the bridge---the stadium owns those lots. I will confirm later in the week what time everyone is getting there.

Excellent, Thanks. The 4 pasty guys looking lost will be us!! If only I'd time to get "BULLSHIT" tees made up!

[TOEMAN]

I heard it came over loud and clear on the broadcast! I haven't been able to sit down and check it out but it is on my To Do list tonight.
I hope my voice returns by Thursday night.........
We should hit the parking lot by 4:15 in grey/gold color mini van. It is called "Closest Parking Lot #2"--- we back up to Ostend St.

Mister T---are you going to make it Thursday night? I brought Niall's over to see you but you did not make the Monday nighter. I hope all is well.

[Mista T]

Mister T---are you going to make it Thursday night? I brought Niall's over to see you but you did not make the Monday nighter. I hope all is well.

Sorry, Toeman. I had to skip tailgating due to a rib injury. I did make it to the game last night, and plan to attend Thursday night, but likely will have to pass on tailgating again. Fairly drugged up -- I could be cast for a Zombie flick. It only hurts when I laugh ... or when I yell "Bullshit!".

Is Niall still here? PM me with you cell phone number and I contact you about the Browns game next time I get coherent.

[TOEMAN]

Granite Raven--

Hopefully you are checking in on the message board and you have the location for tailgating.

[graniteraven]

Granite Raven--

Hopefully you are checking in on the message board and you have the location for tailgating.

Cheers bud that's us here now. Can't wait for the game and a few beers before :-). Got the info toeman, cheers. Will see you guys tomorrow.

[graniteraven]

Granite Raven--

Hopefully you are checking in on the message board and you have the location for tailgating.

Cheers Toeman for the great hospitality shown last night to viki and myself. We both had a blast and it was great to meet you and the rest of the guys. It really made the trip getting to do some tailgating with you guys. I will bring some Scottish whiskey next time :-) Can't wait to get over next season now.

When we got to our seats we had a couple of browns fans next to us lol. Was a good laugh with the banter though.

Cheers again mate and we will see you next year. Pass on my regards to everyone.

[TOEMAN]

Enjoyed your company as well! I hope the Irish guys are OK.......

[graniteraven]

Enjoyed your company as well! I hope the Irish guys are OK.......

Ay word about the Irish guys yet? Alright Toeman hows it going? Looking at getting back over for a game in November next year. Seems like a long time away but can't wait already :)

For anyone who is thinking about heading over but are unsure they should go for it. We had an amazing time.

[TOEMAN]

I haven't seen anything from them on this board. I hope the mean streets of Baltimore didn't get em..........:)

See you next year!

[TOEMAN]

Ravenblue-
my family was asking about you yesterday at our Thanksgiving dinner. I told them you did not make it over this year. Barry is over for a few months so the UK was once again represented at the table.

[Ravenblue]

Hey Toe,

I was watching the Lions game yesterday and thinking 'this time last year...'! Glad to hear us Brits had some representation there! Hope you all had a very Happy Thanksgiving and say hi to everyone for me!

[Andrew Richards]

Guys I'd really appreciate it if you could read my blog post about the Ravens' injuries. I'm a huge fan from Birmingham, UK!

http://settlingfor3....uries-been.html

Any feedback would be great, I plan to write an article on the Ravens weekly

[graniteraven]

Looks like I will be making another trip across to Bal to see the Ravens in November.

Should be there for the Jets and steelers games. Can't wait to get back over :happyanim

[TOEMAN]

I will be in my usual spot!

[graniteraven]

I will be in my usual spot!

Nice one Toe, counting down the days. Got speaking to RavenBlue on another forum, its a small world lol.