Veterans gather for deer hunt on Edgefield County family’s land

EDGEFIELD COUNTY, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Twelve veterans gathered for an afternoon of deer hunting on private land in Edgefield County, where a local family opened its property to help thank them for their service.The Reason Outdoors brought the hunters together for the annual Veterans Appreciation Deer Hunt. The South Carolina Wildlife Partnership worked with the Rowland family, including Edgefield County Sheriff Jody Rowland, to provide access to the property.

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The partnership’s state director, Travis Sumner, said the event offers veterans a chance to hunt, share a meal and spend time together.“We’ve had this going on now for about seven years,” Sumner said. “This time it’s to show appreciation to our veterans and how much we appreciate their sacrifice and what they’ve done for this country.”Sumner said access to private land can make a difference for hunters who may not have a place to go. He said the group included people with a range of hunting experience, from beginners to experienced