Thanks gents for the input. Aside form Tartan Hiker's comment, I feel more encouraged to go for it. My first trip will be very short, so I'll go without the kilt and get "the lay of the land." The second trip will be for a longer time so I'll go kilted then.
Riverkilt, a clever idea indeed. Hadn't thought about pick pockets --- 'til now! Gee thanks