BIOGRAPHY OF CHRISTA REINERT

I was born and raised in Iola, WI, and upon graduation I attended UW-Madison where I graduated on the Dean’s list with my Bachelor of Science degree in both Wildlife Ecology and Natural Resource Management.  I researched the impacts PCBs and Dioxin have on Osprey in WI, and I assisted with Bald Eagle monitoring for reproduction rates. 

I secured a position with the WI DNR, reintroducing Trumpeter Swans to Iron County and working on Jerry’s, Methylmercury study on the common Loon.  At the completion of these projects and with little work available for full time employment, Jerry and I decided to purchase the bait shop 19 years ago (this summer is our 20th year).  We have operated the bait shop and after renovation added our Looney Beans Coffee shop while raising our twins, who are graduating from high school in June 2019. 

I have participated in Mercer over the years in the following capacities; Active member of Mercer Loons, Motorcycle Club Chairperson of 4th of July Committee, chairperson of Community Softball Program, a director of the Chamber of Commerce, a business member of the Chamber of Commerce Committee, participant in the Can-Yak Fishing Tournament, design and implementation. Loon Day supporter, three- year Mercer School Board member.

I enjoy the northwoods for many reasons, but I truly enjoy fishing on the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, bow hunting both deer and bear on our property, gardening, bird identification, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and bicycling.  I’ve enjoyed years of riding my Harley with a great group of friends in the northwoods, fundraising and giving back to our local youth for all these years.