About
Private Land Management
A philosophy of stewardship
Effective land stewardship isn’t learned in a classroom; it’s a skill that’s earned through decades of hands-on, boots-on-the-ground experience. At Private Land Management, our guidance is based on years of such experience solving a wide variety of real-world problems on significant properties, from historic plantations to complex recreational tracts. Modern land ownership requires more than just passion, and it requires more time and energy than owners themselves often have to invest. Recreational and large-asset properties today demand a strategic partner who can navigate the intricate balance of forestry, wildlife, recreation, and financial returns.
Our approach is built on a foundation of field-tested expertise and a deep commitment to our clients' legacies.
We function as a long-term, trusted partner for landowners, blending the art and science of land management to create intentional, science-based strategies. Every decision made on a property has long-term consequences. Our commitment is to ensure those decisions add tangible value, strengthening your land’s legacy and confirming its place as a rewarding asset (not a liability) for generations to come. When you work with Private Land Management, you gain more than a consultant; you gain a partner who understands the art, science, and profound responsibility of land stewardship.
A legacy of leadership in land management
This work is embodied by our founder, Jason Hewett, whose credibility is built on a career of leadership and concrete results. His reputation in the conservation and land management communities is validated by the trust placed in him by his peers:
President, South Carolina Plantation Manager’s Association
Chair, South Carolina Prescribed Fire Council
Advisory Board Member, Clemson University’s JCK Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center
Advisor, South Carolina Bobwhite Initiative
Advisor, Horry Georgetown Technical College’s Wildlife & Forestry Program
This depth of experience allows us to provide landowners with clear, actionable plans tailored to their unique objectives.
Strategic funding expertise
A key part of our strategic approach involves maximizing every available resource for our clients. We have deep expertise in navigating state and federal cost-share programs, such as the NRCS's EQIP and CSP, which offer significant financial assistance for conservation-minded projects like habitat restoration, prescribed burning, and reforestation. These programs can fund high-quality improvements at a fraction of the out-of-pocket cost.
Navigating the paperwork and agency requirements is often complex and time-consuming; we handle the entire process, from identifying the right programs to managing the application and coordinating with agencies. This allows you to stay focused on your long-term goals while we secure the funding to help achieve them.
Kind words from our clients
“Jason and his crew are a huge help... friendly and knowledgeable of all things pertaining to property management and are unsurpassed. All things from timber sales to habitat improvement projects, logging in deer harvest data, making a burn management plan to even tweaking my honey bee hives, they know it all. I highly recommend this company to help you reach your goals.”
Let’s build your legacy plan
Whether you are considering an acquisition, seeking to unlock your property's potential, or planning for the next generation, we are here to provide clear, strategic guidance. We look forward to talking with you!
Jason Hewett & the PLM Team
