STATESBORO, Ga. (WTOC) - As deer hunting season opens in Georgia, a Statesboro nonprofit is on a mission to keep kids safe while also honoring the memory of an avid outdoorsman who tragically lost his life at just 13-years-old.

Aiden Cornwell died in a hunting accident back in 2020. In an effort to share his story and prevent accidents from happening to other young hunters, Aiden’s family established the Live Like Aiden Memorial Foundation a year ago.

Aiden’s mother Jennifer Key says Aiden loved everything outdoors—from hunting and fishing to simply exploring nature with his friend and family.

His death left an unfillable void. However, his family hopes to carry on his legacy of kindness and adventure through the nonprofit.

Within the first year of operation, Live Like Aiden gave away

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