Vernon Trails awarded $48K grant to expand trail signage across Vernon County

VIROQUA, Wis. (WXOW) – Vernon Trails is getting a major upgrade thanks to a $48,390 grant from a T-Mobile initiative aimed at funding small-town community projects.

According to a news release, the Viroqua-based nonprofit plans to install seven trailhead kiosks and 80 wayfinding signs across three of the county’s most-used trail networks and an 18-hole disc golf course.

Organizers say the project will improve safety, accessibility, and navigation while reinforcing the region’s identity as an outdoor recreation destination.

"We`re thrilled T-Mobile recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation access in rural communities,” Vernon Trails Executive Director Alycann Taylor said in the release. “The new kiosks and wayfinding signs will enhance safety, welcome newcomers, and showcase the natural beauty of Vernon County`s Driftless Area."...