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Jackman Maine's blog is brought to you by Tami and Steve at Cozy Cove Cabins. Our goal is to bring you all the latest tidbits about the region and especially here at Cozy Cove Cabins. We will provide with the actual weather as we see it, fishing conditions or at least what our guests say they are catching, moose sightings, and simply, whats happening here at Cozy Cove Cabins. Topics could be just about anything but we will try to maintain within the listed categories.

SO thank you for stopping in and welcome to our Jackman Maine Blog. We hope you enjoy keeping up to date with us and please, feel free to add a comment, offer more details, or provide information for the author or other readers. But, remember to keep it clean!

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Winter Fun



Trail report March 13

March 13, 2010 | 0 comments

Steve and I took a short run up to the clubhouse via the lake trail and captured a bit of video. I have not posted to our website yet but if you are on FACEBOOK, become of FAN OF COZY COVE CABINS to see a few I put up

...continue reading... Trail report March 13

The snow has arrived!

February 25, 2010 | 0 comments



This is what it was like this morning. An easy 6-7 inches but since it was so heavy, there could have been more that actually fell. Snowmobilers are in heaven.

...continue reading... The snow has arrived!

Ice Fishing report 2-2010

February 21, 2010 | 0 comments

Big Wood is still providing hours and days of Ice Fishing fun. Rich and his son Corey were here for the week on their annual ice fishing trip. They did great almost every day. Rich said they caught a lot of salmon but many were just a tad too small.

...continue reading... Ice Fishing report 2-2010

Trail Report and Map 2-19-10

February 19, 2010 | 0 comments

Those who ride here often know that the Bald Mountain area used to be a great trail but due to logging last year, these trails were moved. In an effort to make the best riding options for you, The trail master and groomers have looked into alternate routes: one

...continue reading... Trail Report and Map 2-19-10

Snow dance needed!

January 24, 2010 | 0 comments

What a beautiful weekend it has been. It has not been higher then 28 here at Cozy Cove, but the sun made it feel warmer. Today, we have been walking around with only a T shirt on. (& of course pants:wink Most did well ice fishing

...continue reading... Snow dance needed!

Proof of the big one!

January 15, 2010 | 0 comments

These guys had a great 3 day fishing trip. Below is the catch of the day though...a 28 inch Togue.

...continue reading... Proof of the big one!

2010 Ice Fishing begins

January 01, 2010 | 0 comments

The ice shacks have been on Big Wood for at least a couple weeks now but today begins ice fishing season for 2010. Our guests so far have been doing great. Brian got a huge "fat splake" this morning plus a couple brook trout. They said the ice is at

...continue reading... 2010 Ice Fishing begins

First Ice shack 2009-10 season

December 20, 2009 | 0 comments

Big Wood Lake is ready for the ice fishing season...at least 4 inches a couple days ago. Today a few ice shacks went out.

I looked out the window this evening and saw this: that ice shack way off by the island, dark and alone and yet

...continue reading... First Ice shack 2009-10 season

Is that SNOW?

December 04, 2009 | 0 comments



Why yes it is snow, but this picture was taken last February. I guess I was just "Dreaming of a white Christmas"

...continue reading... Is that SNOW?

SNOW 11-28-09

November 28, 2009 | 0 comments

IT SNOWED last night! YAHOO!!!! The first snow of the season really. About 3-4 inches of heavy wet snow. I hope it stays and we have begun our winter season. SO happy...even though the sun is not up yet, so pretty. Good luck hunters today. The snow should help!

...continue reading... SNOW 11-28-09

Possible skating rink at Cozy Cove

November 18, 2009 | 0 comments

We had a HUGE rainstorm last Saturday and wow I could not believe how high the lake came. This morning, even higher, dumping into our yard.



Looks like it would make a great ice skating rink doesn't it.

...continue reading... Possible skating rink at Cozy Cove

Get ready for winter 2010

November 11, 2009 | 0 comments

As you can see I changed out the image header for our blog. It is almost time to get out the snowmobiles and ice fishing gear. Call soon to get your cabin this winter.

...continue reading... Get ready for winter 2010

Jackman Trail report 3-24-09

March 24, 2009 | 0 comments

Don't put your sled away yet. Everyone who stayed with us this past weekend said the trails are still the best. Some road about 200 miles in one day.

They are still going out to groom the trails and will do so as long as there is enough snow.

...continue reading... Jackman Trail report 3-24-09

Jackman Weather 3-2-09

March 02, 2009 | 0 comments

I am sure you all know that a Nor-easter is in motion at this time. Concord NH already got a foot of snow, said a guest who is to arrive here tonight.
It seems, depending on who you believe, we will either get 4 inches or over a

...continue reading... Jackman Weather 3-2-09

snowstorm 2-23

February 23, 2009 | 0 comments

We heard a storm was coming for Sunday all week and finally, last night around 9ish it started.

This is the results of snow this morning


And more is coming I truly believe we will still have snow in April so do not put the sled away yet.

...continue reading... snowstorm 2-23

Jackman is not just for snowmobiles

February 20, 2009 | 0 comments

We had some gals stay with us this week and all they brought in tow were their snowshoes and their X-country skis.
This is a shot of Lynn after she had an "incredible" morning snowshoeing across Big wood. She found an area around Gander Cove that was exactly what she was

Jackman Trail Report 2-13-09

February 13, 2009 | 0 comments

Happy Friday the 13th

3:35 PM

TRAILS ARE HARD AND FLAT, WATCH FOR ICY CORNERS, SNOWMOBILE WITH PRUDENCE.

ITS 89 North - Groomers went last night and will go tonight. Trails are hardpacked, use caution, they should be in decent shape.

ITS

...continue reading... Jackman Trail Report 2-13-09

Jackman Trails-SNOW 1-29

January 29, 2009 | 0 comments

The snowstorm that hit New England yesterday was to bring us 2 feet. Not sure what we got but I do know that we are running out of places to push it all.



TRAIL REPORTS coming in from the Border Riders and our guests for the region as of

...continue reading... Jackman Trails-SNOW 1-29

January 2009 QUOTES from our Guests

January 26, 2009 | 0 comments

Although there have been some great entries in our journals this month, they all are pretty much the same: AWESOME Trails; great Ice Fishing-most are getting large splake and trout; Wonderful Hospitality; good food at the nearby restaurants; family fun; fun with friends; wildlife seen; ETC... but

Warmer temps and more snow in Jackman

January 18, 2009 | 0 comments

Was it supposed to snow today? I looked at a couple of the internet weather things the other day and I did see 30% chance of snow for tonight but it is about noon and already there is an easy 2 inches on the ground...maybe more. And

Jackman Weather 1-16-09

January 16, 2009 | 0 comments

WOW It warmed up
This morning around 6am it was about a minus 38 out side. But now, around noon, it is a "balmy" minus 5. The sun is out and again, we are thankful there is no wind Our guys are out fishing

...continue reading... Jackman Weather 1-16-09

Snowboarding in Jackman

January 12, 2009 | 0 comments

Although thee are not any ski resorts in Jackman, these kids are having a great time with their snowboards on the hill in front of our cabins. I guess we need to install a tow rope next "Hey Steve"

...continue reading... Snowboarding in Jackman

Fantastic Day to play January 10-08

January 10, 2009 | 0 comments

Snapshot from our webcam this morning



What more can I say about the weather this fine day. It is cold, about 5 degrees but the sun is out and there is no wind

The ice fisherman are heading out and the snowmobilers are revving up

2009 Ice Fishing Season open on Big Wood

January 01, 2009 | 0 comments

Today, the ice fishing season opened for Big Wood Lake and if you read my latest weather update...it is darn cold out there. But those dedicated fisherman were still battling the weather to get their catch. Some rented ice shacks from our neighbor, some did not. I

Happy Freezin New Year 2009

January 01, 2009 | 0 comments

The temperature today is a minus 10 degrees and some wind. Although it is a bit sunny too. They say the chill factor is at minus 30. Be sure to cover up exposed skin if you dare to go out there.



Murphy certainly knows it's cold It

...continue reading... Happy Freezin New Year 2009

Jackman Trail report 12-28-08

December 28, 2008 | 0 comments

We are lucky to receive daily trail updates from the Missy who works with the Border Riders Club. Below is her report from today. Trail maps will not be available until next week so I have heard. Also, due to the tree harvesting around bald mountain, the

...continue reading... Jackman Trail report 12-28-08

Pre Christmas Snow Storm 08

December 22, 2008 | 0 comments

3pm As promised earlier in the original post, here are some pictures from first thing this morning.



This one picture below-poor Murphy had no where to go pee. The snow was just too deep for her to get out there to do her thing. SO she went

...continue reading... Pre Christmas Snow Storm 08

Jackman Trail report December 20, 2008

December 20, 2008 | 0 comments

Yes, most of the trails in the Jackman trail system are open and are being groomed. For the most part, there is plenty of snow on the trails and groomers are going out nightly. "Groomer drivers reported that all trails are hard and flat. More snow would just

Jackman Weather December 20, 2008

December 20, 2008 | 0 comments

BRRRR It is cold. Time to get my blood thickening going.
The temp has been about ZERO past couple mornings and even still, now at noon it is only 2 degrees. But there is no wind and the skies are blue and the sun is shining.

...continue reading... Jackman Weather December 20, 2008

FIRST SNOW December 2008

December 12, 2008 | 0 comments

Murphy LOVES to play in the snow. SO this is our first real snow picture.



I tried to get a video but it was rain/sleeting and did not want to get the cam wet-plus I used my last disc on the wedding.

The news reports are saying 5-12 inches by tonight

...continue reading... FIRST SNOW December 2008

December 1, 2008 SNOW in Jackman

December 01, 2008 | 0 comments

It started snowing last evening and this morning, we are covered with that pretty white stuff. Maybe 2 inches only but it is a beginning.

Come on-you all know the song..."Let is snow let it snow let it snow "

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.

...continue reading... December 1, 2008 SNOW in Jackman

The freeze begins on Big Wood Lake 11-24

November 24, 2008 | 0 comments

BBRRRR!!! The wind chill has been pretty chilly this weekend. Even though the sun is out right now, as you can see from this snapshot from our webcam, the lake has begun to ice over.



I am sure it is very thin and one good windstorm will break

Ice skating anyone?

November 17, 2008 | 0 comments

We had some rain last week and I guess it was enough to raise the lake water. Combine that with some wind and cold air and our bottom yard is now an ice skating rink



This week, as the wind started to blow, the water was freezing on

...continue reading... Ice skating anyone?

SNOWMOBILE JACKMAN 2009

November 15, 2008 | 0 comments

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

...continue reading... SNOWMOBILE JACKMAN 2009

First report of SNOW?

October 21, 2008 | 0 comments

The leaves are all gone from the trees and today, we are finishing up the last of the fall clean up.

We heard on the news this morning that the first snowfall is in the forecast for morning. I know it will not stay but snow? in

...continue reading... First report of SNOW?

Is it the last ride of the season?

April 13, 2008 | 0 comments

Guests this weekend who came to ride were surprised at how good the trails still were. They all had a great time but think that this may be the last weekend to ride the trails although "off trail riding is still fantastic"

Another option for this time of

...continue reading... Is it the last ride of the season?

Spring Riding is Fantastic!

April 05, 2008 | 0 comments

Today is April 5th and our guests that went out yesterday said this is the best riding they have seen in April. "Fantastic Riding"

Don't forget to check out our WEBCAM to see what it looks like at Cozy Cove

Our trails in the region have about a 3 foot base

...continue reading... Spring Riding is Fantastic!

Big Wood Lake Ice out?

March 26, 2008 | 0 comments

We should start a little poll here to see if anyone can determine ICE OUT on Big Wood Lake this year.

If you have been reading the entries, there is much talk about the amount of snow we have had and STILL have.BUT I have not talked about the frozen

...continue reading... Big Wood Lake Ice out?

Memo: Spring is here!!?

March 24, 2008 | 0 comments

One of our guests today said "I think Jackman forgot to get the memo that Spring has arrived" I believe this is a fact. Driving around town today, I cannot believe the amount of snow we still have.



I took this shot of our front entrance to the office/lobby.

...continue reading... Memo: Spring is here!!?

LOTS OF SNOW the first week of Spring?

March 21, 2008 | 0 comments

While most of the northeast is dealing with rain, Jackman, of course still has TONS of snow. The Bangor weather station said we were to get 10 inches yesterday. We did not but our friend in Dennistown did. You know what that means: The trails will be

Winter in Jackman continues

March 10, 2008 | 0 comments

It is March 10th and we still have plenty of snow for snowmobiling in Jackman.
Check out our MID WEEK MARCH MADNESS special here at Cozy Cove Cabin. Great rates for 3 or more per cabin.

...continue reading... Winter in Jackman continues

LEAP INTO MARCH

February 29, 2008 | 0 comments

What a great day today in Jackman. It has warmed up already to a minus 12 but the sun is shining, the skies are blue, the air is crisp and there is no wind.

Fantastic day to celebrate Leap year, to ride or fish or just take in the fresh air.

...continue reading... LEAP INTO MARCH

School Vacation in Jackman

February 22, 2008 | 0 comments

This is school vacation week for Maine and I believe Massachusetts also. Anyhow, typically this week, the town if filled with families enjoying a winter holiday. It has been, so far, a great week but today, even thought he temperature is 20 or less, there is no wind

...continue reading... School Vacation in Jackman

Snow removal

February 15, 2008 | 0 comments

As I wrote in the last entry, there is just too much snow and a plow is not moving it far enough. So we called in Big Bertha today to move some of it out of the driveway.
OOPS I guess you cannot read my writing on the photo

...continue reading... Snow removal

SNOWY VALENTINE DAY

February 14, 2008 | 0 comments

The snow finally stopped early morning. It was not a hard blowing storm that came through, just constant. Steve plowed once yesterday and then chose to wait to see what the rest of the day did.
Below is a picture I took this morning . As

...continue reading... SNOWY VALENTINE DAY

JACKMAN WEATHER...SNOW!

February 13, 2008 | 0 comments

9 am
AS FORE CASTED, IT DID SNOW LAST NIGHT. WOKE TO ABOUT 5 INCHES THIS MORNING AND IT IS STILL SNOWING. IT IS ABOUT 10 DEGREES HERE AT COZY COVE CABINS

1PM
I went out to the post office and it is so incredibly beautiful out. Granted, not a

...continue reading... JACKMAN WEATHER...SNOW!

Frost Heeves

February 12, 2008 | 0 comments

It was difficult to decide as to what category to put this under as going over frost heeves is really not winter fun.

I went over to Greenville this morning and OH MY GOD! The guest who wrote in the journal about the frost heeves was right. These

...continue reading... Frost Heeves

Wintery weather

February 11, 2008 | 0 comments

Last night we went out to dinner and when we left, it had just started to snow. By the time we left the restaurant, I would say about an hour later, the snow was up past my ankles. That is about 4 inches. It

...continue reading... Wintery weather

SNOW STORM ON IT'S WAY!

February 09, 2008 | 0 comments

Weather reports lots of SNOW on it's way to Maine and New England. We could get anywhere from 10-14 inches by tomorrow night. We'll have to see which meteorologist is more accurate.

The trails should be fantastic this week (after grooming starts on Sunday night after the snow)
Come on

...continue reading... SNOW STORM ON IT'S WAY!

Ruggio's Missing Link

February 05, 2008 | 0 comments


Yesterday, we video taped our guests taking off for the day from Cozy Cove to ride over to Kokadjo. On this particular day, I believe there were 9-10 sleds and 10 people (you will have to read our """"guest journal entries for February"""" at the

...continue reading... Ruggio's Missing Link

December 2007 QUOTES from our Guests

December 30, 2007 | 0 comments

Finally I am getting this posted.

Christmas 2006
We came up with the family for 2 nights to start a new family tradition. we had 3 cabins because the family is so big. On the way here we saw mommy mouse and her offspring. It was great to

Kids love Jackman in the winter too!

January 19, 2008 | 0 comments

Us grown ups will find that there is great opportunity to ride the trails in Jackman but what about the kids :

This little guy (I believe he is only 5 or 6) is having a great time just riding around our property. Dad made him a path to take

IT'S SNOWING AGAIN

January 18, 2008 | 0 comments

Yes indeed...snow again in Jackman Maine.
It started up here this morning before 5 and it seems, so far, about 2 inches. But as you can see in the photo, if you look close, the flakes are pretty puffy.



Big Wood Lake is coming alive today with ice fisherman

...continue reading... IT'S SNOWING AGAIN

Ice Fishing on Big Wood

January 12, 2008 | 0 comments

If you get a chance, look at Murphy's Videos. I """"caught"""" a very happy guest on video who told me a little about what his fishing week with his son has been like and what he caught for 2008.

Today, another guest said they caught 12 brook trout yesterday

...continue reading... Ice Fishing on Big Wood

Weather in Jackman

January 09, 2008 | 0 comments

I have not seen any major rain past few days...more just misty and warm. It was up to 40 yesterday so either the trails are simply being packed down and getting better or not. You will have to go to the JMRRCOC trail report for trail details.
BUT our

...continue reading... Weather in Jackman

SLED DOG RACES THIS WEEKEND

January 04, 2008 | 0 comments

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

...continue reading... SLED DOG RACES THIS WEEKEND

Jackman Weather Update

January 04, 2008 | 0 comments

The weather in Jackman is a tough one to forecast. We listen to the Bangor news and drop 10 degrees from what he says or just watch the radar screen. Like today, it was snowing this morning...maybe only about 1/4 inch but there was NO SNOW in the

...continue reading... Jackman Weather Update

ICE FISHING

January 01, 2008 | 0 comments

The 2008 ice fishing season has begun and Big Wood Lake has come alive with sledders or ATV pulling their gear in hopes of getting their catch of the day....

...continue reading... ICE FISHING

MORE SNOW IN JACKMAN

December 31, 2007 | 0 comments

It is snowing again this morning

What a great way to welcome in 2008. Our snowmobilers are already heading out to ride on that fresh powder and enjoy their day.

Trail reports are varied from guests. Most say they have had some great rides this weekend.
...those are

...continue reading... MORE SNOW IN JACKMAN

Jackman Trail report from a snowmobiler

December 29, 2007 | 0 comments

I saw this post by mainesledda at hardcoresledder forum and thought I'd add it here FYI.

""As i type I am lyin in bed at Bishops. Yesterday we rode over to the farm for lunch. Asked them about the Kerry Brook trail and was told it was

Jackman Maine snowmobile season is here

December 28, 2007 | 0 comments

We are both active members of the Jackman Chamber of Commerce and have been working on some fun stuff at the chamber web site for snowmobilers. We hope you enjoy the new Jackman Maine snowmobile trail report with almost daily updates throughout the season. In addition,

Weather in Jackman

December 26, 2007 | 0 comments

On Sunday it seemed everyone in Jackman was on their roof getting off the snow that had accumulated from past storms.

We had a bit of rain last weekend when temps were in the low 30s but as it got colder, we then got snow again. Only some flurries it

...continue reading... Weather in Jackman

MERRY CHRISTMAS

December 25, 2007 | 0 comments

Below is a shot of a family who came to Cozy Cove for their Christmas holiday. What fun the kids all had sledding down the hill and everyone being together. This is what Christmas is all about. Being around those you love and sharing the time together.

...continue reading... MERRY CHRISTMAS

Murphy gets new shoes!

December 15, 2007 | 0 comments

On our weather page, I have been promising a video of Murphy with her new ""mucklucks"" but as of yet, I have not done this. It really is difficult to get her in action as she tends to be a little camera shy. Without a camera, she is

...continue reading... Murphy gets new shoes!

SNOW STORM OF THE YEAR

December 17, 2007 | 0 comments

They are saying that this is going to be the snow storm of the year in New England...but we all know how the weather meteorologists do not get it right all the time.
But, according to Kevin C, this storm was written in the farmer almanac.

Below is a picture

...continue reading... SNOW STORM OF THE YEAR

SNOW in JACKMAN

December 04, 2007 | 0 comments



This is a busy time for us trying to move all of this snow around but I did want to get a quick shot out to you all as to the amount of snow we did get overnight. It is difficult to measure around here due to some

...continue reading... SNOW in JACKMAN

Again, Still....a winter wonderland

March 20, 2007 | 0 comments

Tuesday March 20, 2007
WINTER UPDATE
Isn't tomorrow the 1st day of Spring? I do believe someone who loves me was tired of me complaining about not getting enough snow in January and is trying to keep piling it on!!!!!
It is snowing again today, at times here at Cozy Cove Cabins,

Jackman TRAIL REPORT and ICE FISHING in Jackman

March 14, 2007 | 0 comments

This will probably be our last entry on snowmobiling in Jackman or Ice fishing on Big Wood..I fear the seasons are coming to an end and spring could be on its way.
I guess you can tell I have mixed feelings on this

Winter Fun in Jackman

February 21, 2007 | 0 comments

Wednesday February 21,2007
Since the storm, it has been pretty busy around here so I apologize for not adding any updates until now. They say we had about 30 inches from that storm but around Cozy Cove Cabins, we could not tell. Half of the snow from the lake

...continue reading... Winter Fun in Jackman

Big Wood Lake Fishing Derby

January 07, 2007 | 0 comments

Make your plans now for the 3rd Annual Big Wood Lake Close-up Fishing Derby. Lodging is filling up!

This event takes place on the weekend of February 10-11. It will include fishing on Little Big Wood also. Bring your friends and your children and have a great

...continue reading... Big Wood Lake Fishing Derby

2007 Ice Fishing Begins on Big Wood Pond

January 12, 2007 | 0 comments

January 12th UPDATE
The temperatures are still around 30 but chill factor is about 20ish. Our guests that just left told us that they road all over the lake with their quad and the thinnest is about 8 inches that they found. GREAT FISHING for them this

Big Wood Lake - Ice Fishing Safety

December 31, 2006 | 0 comments

We get asked daily if the lake is frozen and thankfully....it is continuing to freeze more and more every day.

""David"" wrote a comment to our Happy New Year entry and left a web site to go to for those of you going out on the ice;

...continue reading... Big Wood Lake - Ice Fishing Safety

It snowed in Jackman!

December 27, 2006 | 0 comments

Finally
It has snowed lightly for the past couple days and we are finally beginning to look like a winter wonderland. Our positive thinking is working. Keep thinking SNOW!

I do not believe this was enough snow to open the trails but it is a great start

...continue reading... It snowed in Jackman!

Is Big Wood Lake Frozen Yet?

December 18, 2006 | 0 comments

The big question of the past few weeks has been ""Is Big wood frozen yet : ""

As for the lake...it had a thin coating on it a week ago, then opened up again on the west side. Our side of the lake is still a little

...continue reading... Is Big Wood Lake Frozen Yet?

Jackman Maine Sled Dog Race

November 14, 2006 | 0 comments

November is coming to an end and the winter season of fun in Jackman is about to begin. Starting off this winter in Jackman is a Sled dog race, the 1st one being in December.

They are also sponsoring a dinner - auction that night of December 9th at

...continue reading... Jackman Maine Sled Dog Race

Maine in the Winter

October 15, 2006 | 0 comments

Just a reminder, Jackman Maine is beautiful in the winter. And there's so much to do!

...continue reading... Maine in the Winter

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