Three Rivers Avian Center is coming to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park on Aug. 29! This afternoon program is all about raptors native to West Virginia, such as owls, hawks and eagles. Learn about the habitat, diet and behavior of these birds, the most common causes of injury to each species and the laws protecting these special birds.

The program starts at 1:30 p.m. on the mansion’s lawn and is free and open to the public. Access to Blennerhassett Island is via the Island Belle Sternwheeler, which departs Point Park in downtown Parkersburg at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The ride fee is $12 for adults and $8 for children 3-12. Tickets are sold at the Blennerhassett Museum.