Nate Shroyer graduated cum laude from the University of Montana with a BSF Bachelor of Science in Foresty with a minor in Fire Science and Ecology.

While attending classes, Shroyer spent summers fighting forest fires with the National Foresty Service. He also earned ISA certification as an arborist.

Parents are Josh and Tammy Lively Shroyer, of Riverton, WY. Grandparents are Chuck and Katherine Shroyer of Wellington, and Bunny Lively of Napoleon.