Sledders are pulled by snowmobilers in 2018 around French Falls Recreation Area in Jay. A Winter Family Festival and Sled-In is planned Feb. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the recreation area. Donna M. Perry/Sun Journal File

JAY — The Winter Family Festival and Sled-In is back for the first time since February 2020.

The festival will be held Feb. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at French Falls Recreation Area on French Falls Drive.

The Public Works Department creates “Snow Mountain,” with steps leading to the top.

There will be sliding on the mountain, sleigh and snowmobile rides provided by the Andy Valley Riders Snowmobile Club, and Snowshoe Snowman Scramble with cash prize.

There will also be a bonfire and warming tent, s’mores and hot chocolate, and a scavenger hunt along the trail with prizes. A raffle and 50/50 tickets will be available for purchase.

Gigi’s Pizzaroni of Jay will have pizza, soup and desserts for sale.

Participants are asked to bring their sleds and snowshoes. A limited numbers of sleds and snowshoes will be available on site.

The Jay Recreation Committee sponsors the event with the help of donations.

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