The Landing Ep 73: Rex Lowther FNRL Oregon

In this episode of The Landing, I sit down with Rex Lowther, Executive Director of Future Natural Resource Leaders (FNRL), to talk about what it really takes to grow the future of forestry—from the ground up.Rex started logging at just 13 years old, worked his way through the industry, became a teacher, and now leads one of Oregon’s most important student leadership organizations focused on forestry and natural resources.We dive into:How FNRL is shaping future leaders in the timber industryWhy hands-on experience beats classroom theory every timeThe reality of forestry education—and why programs disappearThe importance of public speaking, leadership, and getting outside your comfort zoneHow industry support directly impacts the next generationRex’s journey from logging, to teaching, to leading a statewide programThis conversation is a real look at the people and programs working behind the scenes to keep the timber industry alive and thriving for the next generation.