Nate Leising has been a resident of Douglas County since 1955. He attended Douglas County schools from first grade and graduated from Douglas High School in 1967. Following graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy, serving four years on active duty and an additional 16 years in the Active Reserve. During his military career, he was assigned to land-based Maritime Patrol Squadrons in Naval Aviation.

After completing his active-duty service, Nate attended the University of Nevada, Reno, earning a Bachelor of Science in Forestry with a minor in Management in 1976. He then embarked on a 22-year career with the U.S. Forest Service.

Following his tenure with the Forest Service, Nate dedicated 30 years as a volunteer with East Fork Fire District at the Sheridan Fire Station and served two terms on the Douglas County Planning Commission.

Nate and his family reside in Gardnerville, where he owns and operates the Flying Eagle Ranch.