The Town of Coon is located in Vernon County, Wisconsin.  

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• Population: The estimated population in 2023 was 735.

• Lifestyle: It offers a rural feel, with most residents owning their homes. Many retirees reside there, and residents tend to be conservative.

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Coon Valley is located in the Town of Coon.  A rich history rooted in Norwegian immigration and early 20th-century soil conservation efforts. Originally named Helgedalen by Norwegian settlers in the 1850s.

 

The area became known for its successful Coon Creek Erosion Control Project, which served as a model for sustainable farming practices in the region. This project focused on contour farming, which significantly improved water quality and land productivity.

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The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) played a role in the area, constructing barracks for workers involved in the conservation efforts.  The Coon Creek project became a blueprint for soil conservation practices in the Driftless area of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota.