This year, Jackmans 4th of July events will take place on July 3rd. Starting at 4pm, Locals and visitors will line up on Main street to watch the parade. Dot, who has been organizing the parade the past few years, is still trying to find a marching

Usually, at this time of year, everyone is talking about the ATV Jamboree sponsored by the Border Riders Club. This year, they are not having a full on Jamboree but will sponsor a full day ride to Pittston Farm on September 19th starting at 9am from the clubhouse.

Bucky Lewis made his second visit to Jackman this weekend and the show was even better. Some things were the same but being in a more intimate environment, plus being at a pub, made it all more fun. Below is a little collage I made of the show.

Even though the last post I said I hope it would rain, I hope that it does not during the day tomorrow.

he Border Riders Club is sponsoring their annual ATV Rodeo at the clubhouse. Already, lots of quads in town.
Then tomorrow night is the Bucky Lewis Comedy show

WOW...there seems to be a lot of things going on around town this summer. Besides the regular annual events of horseshoe tournaments, ATV Jamboree, and 4th of July old fashioned fun, I just heard that the Sled Dog Club is trying to have a Cardboard Box Boat Race....I think

Although I do not have an official report from the trail master, some guys I spoke to last night said the trails are "AWESOME" I think that says it all. Plus read on for another shot taken 3-14



The sled dog races begin today and you will find

What a beautiful day for the Northeast Championship Sled Dog Races. It is a balmy 0-10 and only a slight breeze but the sun is out and the skies are clear. I went out to the races this morning and watched the 4 dog race off of

Talk about an excited town. Our basketball team from Forest Hills School in Jackman has made it to the Western Regional Basketball Tournaments happening today at the Augusta Civic Center. This is the first time in 10 years that our team has gone this far.

There are GO TIGERS

Make plans to spend a couple days in Jackman the weekend of February 28th-ride the trails, fish our lakes and in the evening, laugh OUT LOUD to the comedy antics of Bucky Lewis.

This event is sponsored by the Jackman Chamber of Commerce and will also benefit the school

It is not to late to get in on the raffle offered by the Border Riders Club for 2009. The raffle began on January 1st and will go through the end of the month. Donations are $10.00 each and all proceeds go toward a new groomer. Help them

Start doing your SNOW DANCE!!!

It is almost time to get out your sleds and come up to Jackman to ride the trails. This week, the Border Riders Club began their TRAIL FUND RAFFLE for 2009. Each ticket is $10.00 and there are daily winners which are posted on

The Border Riders Sportsman Club has an ATV RODEO planned for August 16th at the clubhouse. Activities and contests are planned for the whole day.

So load up your quad nd come join in the fun. Don't forget, if you do not have a quad of your

Remember the good old fashioned 4th of July celebrations we had as kids? That's what it is like in Jackman this year. There were about 47 entries in the parade, including guests of Cozy Cove Cabins.



Kevin, Celie and the Bissell family got together using whatever they could find to

Last night, the JMRRCOC hosted Bob Marley for a night of out loud laughter. We had a fantastic turnout and I believe coming to Jackman has given him a lot more material for the future.



After the show, he hung around a while to meet people, sign tickets and

I received a comment asking when Bob Marley was coming to Jackman. I thought I had all of the information for you posted. I am sorry I did not.
He will be performing here on June 28th at 7PM. Go to the Chambers website at www.jackmanmaine.org for details. Tickets

The JMRRCOC is sponsoring a one night show with Bob Marley. If you are staying with us, give us a call and we will reserve the tickets for you. If not, contact the chamber of commerce for more details.
Should be a "funny" night

We are needing your input

The Jackman-Moose River Region Chamber of Commerce is trying to book Bob Marley to come to Jackman for a show. Our options for dates are minimal for this year as well as where we can have this. A Sunday in June may be the only

The Jackman sled dog club is hosting the Moose River Run this weekend. These races are not real easy to watch for spectators but there are places you can hike to to see them in action. OR hang at the clubhouse and talk to the racers while you

The Sans Frontiere Festival is scheduled for this weekend. I think I made an entry about this before but for those of you unfamiliar with it, it is a festival started many years ago between Jackman and St Theophile (?) Quebec. It is an Independence day celebration ""without borders.""

How it

The comittee for the Festival Sans Frontier, which is the ""Friends across the Border"" 4th of July Festival that is hosted by Jackman every other year, is gearing up for the 2007 festival. They are sponsoring a HALLOWEEN PARTY on Saturday October 21st in the Hall at John's Four

Border Riders Club is planning their annual Enduro Car race the weekend of October 7th (rain date the 8th) at the Border Riders Club. Watch old cars race around a track. Come enjoy the fun.
Plus John B. has his annual Pig, Beef and

Many great reports on the ATV trails in the area...but lots of fun to be had at the Border RIders Club ATV JAMBOREE September 23rd! There will be races and many opportunities to ride in the mud. Don't miss a good time!
You can visit their site

Come join us in Jackman for an Old fashioned 4th of July.
Music, games, cotton candy, popcorn and a baking contest followed by fireworks at dusk. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic and have a good ole time.

Festivities will be at the Park next to the Town Hall.

What a great way to spend Father's Day weekend with the kids!
Join us for the YELLOW PERCH FISHING DERBY on Big Wood and Attean Ponds. Participants fish for yellow perch and other ""junk"" fish with cash prizes being awarded for the most chubs and sucker caught!
Registration begins