The
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The Blue Monkey
2013 Ship's Log Archive
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The Smithsonian
21:11 8 January 2013
Captain Connor, we may have an ancient papyrus scroll with clues as to the location of the Library of Alexandria. Please advise.
14:22 28 February 2013
I have spoken to my crew. We are happy to accept your commission. Will begin plannning soon.
The Explorer's Club
The Blue Monkey
00:12 1 January 2013
Everyone: Happy New Year !!
18:54 4 January 2013
Captain Connor - Thank you so very much for your engaging and interesting lecture. Our members enjoyed it very much. I am pleased to inform you that Col. Grantham has nominated you for membership. He has formally submitted an application on your behalf. Our Membership Committee will be meeting on January 17th. I hope to have more news soon. I wish you the very best of luck. You would be a credit to our club.
08:04 12 January 2013
We have been receiving reports of a strange creature that bears a striking resemblance to a Yinglong Dragon. Due to your earlier experience with dragons in Ireland, we would like to speak with you. We need to know what to do next. Can you make a visit?
15:39 12 January 2013
The Explorer's Club : I am happy that everyone enjoyed the lecture. I hope to visit again soon. Please say thank you to Col. Grantham for his nomination. I am very flattered and I hope that the Membership Committee rules favorably.
20:11 16 January 2013
Smithsonian: I will send one of my best team leaders immediately. Thank you for the opportunity.
Beijing Museum: I will send my first mate Izzy to meet with you. He will be on Flight #287HT5.
The Blue Monkey
The Blue Monkey
The Beijing Museum
The Explorer's Club
08:00 18 January 2013
Captain Connor: We are pleased to inform you that your application for membership in The Explorer's Club has been approved. Please make a point to visit us as soon as it is convenient. Welcome aboard, as it were.
Col. Grantham send his kindly regards.
Museum of Antiquities
07:29 2 February 2013
Museum of Antiquities: You are very welcome. We are happy to hear that the exhibit is a success. We are happy to assist you in any way possible and we stand ready for our next adventure. Good luck.
The Blue Monkey
05:16 2 February 2013
To: Captain Connor of The Blue Monkey... We have just announced your successful mission regarding the Mummy Bat. Your photos are on display in a special exhibit. The public loves them. Our museum and our country are in your debt. We look forward to many more successful projects with you and your crew. Thank you again.
Museum of Natural History
13:45 5 February 2013
Three cheers for the captain and crew of The Blue Monkey. We knew you could do it. A Mummy Bat !!! Unbelievable. Very proud of all of you.
Oxford University
18:07 12 February 2013
Congratulations from all of your friends at Oxford University on your great success regarding the Mummy Bat. Can't wait to hear the details during your upcoming trip to England. Be certain to drop-in while you are in town. Cheers !
The British Museum
06:18 17 February 2013
Captain Connor: Congratulations on your successful mission with the Mummy Bat. Bravo and well done. Now that you have some time on your hands - we may have an idea you might find interesting. Will contact you soon.
The Blue Monkey
14:22 19 February 2013
Everyone: Thank you all very much. It is very nice to get your messages. We couldn't have done it without everyone's support.
The British Museum
10:48 28 February 2013
Captain Connor: We wish to hire The Blue Monkey and her crew to investigate reports of the Giant Golden Tarantula. Reports originate in the Amazon Basin near the town of Maracapuru. Happy to follow our standard agreement. Hoping you can begin immediately. Please advise.
The Blue Monkey
14:22 28 February 2013
British Museum: I have spoken to my crew. We are happy to accept your commission. Will begin planning soon.
08:54 1 March 2013
We also happily agree to join this project. We are honored to be partners with such esteemed institutions. Let the planning of this great expedition begin !!
Beijing Museum
The British Museum
The Smithsonian
12:47 28 February 2013
Just heard the news. Congratulations on confiming the existence of the Mummy Bat. You and your crew are the best.
Copenhagen Museum
14:18 28 February 2013
Report of potential Frost Giant in northern Norway. Will email you the images. May need to discuss an expedition.
07:04 1 March 2013
We may team-up with The Beijing Museum to properly fund another Dragon Expedition. It would be a very large project spanning the globe from Ireland to China. The American Natural History Museum has also expressed interest in participating. Still in the early planning stages. Would it be possible for us to contact first mate Izzy to discuss when we need help?
Trinity College
08:31 1 March 2013
We can happliy confirm that we will participate as an active member. Happy to be a part of this great project.
Museum of Natural History
02:15 2 March 2013
Thank you for sending Team Leader Brown Doggy to help. He has done a wonderful job decoding the document. Still much work to be done, but we are closer now than we have ever been. Please ask Brown Doggy to continue his work with the final portion of the document - it may hold the key.
The Smithsonian
10:48 1 March 2013
Captain Connor: Are plans proceeding as expected for The Giant Golden Tarantula Expedition? Please advise.
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Jeremy Wade
07:11 2 March 2013
Captain Connor, a tribesman friend of mine tells me that he has spotted The Blue Monkey in the Amazon Basin. Is this true? If so, I could be there in three days - with all my fishing gear. Just say the word.
University of Edinburgh
04:48 5 March 2013
Captain Connor: We have had a decidedly significant increase in the number of Nessie sitings. It just might be time to get serious about planning an expedition to Scotland, laddie.
The Blue Monkey
17:03 6 March 2013
British Museum: Mission is underway !!
The Blue Monkey
04:57 10 March 2013
British Museum: Base camp established at Manacapuru. Getting along well with locals. Have secured a guide to show us the last know sighting location. Very positive expectations. Team Leader Guardian will be in-charge.
The Blue Monkey
12:10 11 March 2013
Jeremy Wade: If at all possible, please join us at Manacapuru. Have been speaking to locals about extremely large and aggressive strain of Arapaima. Bring your 200 pound line. What kind of bait and lures should we get? Fish on !!
The Blue Monkey
17:48 22 March 2013
British Museum: Have located possible lair of Giant Golden Tarantula. Mudslides have stalled the mission. Will begin again when safe.
University of Edinburgh: Current commission is going well. May be able to be in Scotland this summer. Would July be OK?
Jeremy Wade
05:23 12 March 2013
Captain Connor, I am on my way. We can use small river fish as bait. Looking forward to some serious fishing. Tell your crew to sharpen their hooks. Fish on !!
University of Edinburgh
09:12 24 March 2013
Captain Connor: July would be brilliant, laddie. We will continue to monitor the situation until you arrive. Good luck in the Amazon.
The British Museum
05:11 26 March 2013
Captain Connor: Thank you for the update. Very pleased and excited about your progress. Be sure to stay safe. Do not endanger the crew. The mission can wait. Good luck.
The Blue Monkey
20:12 18 April 2013
British Museum: Expedition is back on track. Weather is cooperating nicely. Sunshine will make Golden Tarantulas easier to spot (they are thought to be shiny). Expect breakthrough soon. Big Porter enjoying time with Jeremy Wade, and preparing us Arapaima sushi every night.
The Blue Monkey
07:51 6 May 2013
University of Edinburgh: Jeremy Wade has agreed to travel to Inverness and conduct preliminary investigations for Loch Ness commission. Please extend every hospitality.
Jeremy Wade
08:22 15 May 2013
Captain Connor, I have arrived in Scotland. University has been extremely helpful. Will begin work tomorrow. Good luck in Brazil. Tell Big Porter that I said hello.
The Blue Monkey
13:26 21 May 2013
British Museum: Mission Accomplished !! The crew of The Blue Monkey is proud to report that we have located the Giant Golden Tarantula !! In fact, we have discovered an entire sustainable population hidden away in a remote jungle location. We will transmit the coordinates to your Biology Department immediately. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity. Looking forward to working with you again soon.
The British Museum
03:43 22 May 2013
Captain Connor: Unbelievable news !! Better than we could have ever expected !! We have received the coordinates and will dispatch a research team at once. Thank you. Once again you and your crew have proven up to the challenge. Good luck in Scotland. Please stop by if you spend any time in London during your new expedition.
The Blue Monkey
10:33 24 May 2013
British Museum: Happy to be of service. Will try to visit while in London.
University of Edinburgh: We are on our way !! Please tell Nessie that we look forward to meeting her.
University of Edinburgh
17:45 26 May 2013
Captain Connor: Congratulations on your recent success. Thank you for sending Jeremy Wade early, he has been a great help. Looking forward to seeing you soon, laddie.
Museum of Natural History
18:06 26 May 2013
Congratulations on another successful mission from all your friends here at the Museum of Natural History.
Harvard University
20:52 26 May 2013
Captain Connor: Congratulations to you and your amazing crew. Please let us know if you or one of your team would be willing to give a lecture on your recent mission. Thank you.
University of Cologne
08:29 27 May 2013
Captain Connor: We are all very proud of you and your crew. Congratulations and good luck in Scotland. You are very welcome to visit us if you have time while in Europe.
The Blue Monkey
06:12 16 June 2013
University of Edinburgh: One quick stop in France (Pyla-sur-Mer) to restock our supplies and we will set sail for Inverness. Be there soon.
Jeremy Wade: Thank you very much for your advance scouting. It will prove vital to our mission.
The Blue Monkey
11:44 3 July 2013
University of Edinburgh: The Blue Monkey has arrived at Loch Ness. My crew will begin mission operations immediately. First Mate Izzy and I must make a few quick stops in England, and then we will join them. See you shortly.
Copenhagen Museum
12:33 9 July 2013
Reported Frost Giant activity near Alta, Norway is increasing. Please advise if you are able to consider an expedition.
07:12 18 July 2013
University of Edinburgh: Have completed sonar and photographic reconnaissance. Now we begin the process of analyzing the data and footage. Should have results soon. Optimistic.
Copenhagen Musuem: Appreciate your continued patience.
The Blue Monkey
University of Edinburgh
09:48 18 July 2013
Captain Connor: Thank you for the update. We look forward to hearing from you. We hope you have enjoyed your stay in Scotland.
University of Edinburgh
The Blue Monkey
09:05 29 July 2013
Captain Connor: Package recieved and we are astonished !! Most conclusive evidence to date. Once again, you and your bonny crew have exceeded all of our expectations. Results to be officially presented near the end of calendar year in Edinburgh, you are all most welcome to attend.
20:21 27 July 2013
University of Edinburgh: Analysis is complete !! Amazing results !! Sending documentation to you immediately. I think we may have finally found the old girl. Please advise.
Museum of Natural History
08:09 4 August 2013
We just saw a preview of the Loch Ness Expedition results. Unbelievable. Congratulations once again.