Wright County, Iowa was established in 1851 occupying an area of 572 square miles , its population composed closely 12 thousand individuals primarily depending on agricultural production for their livelihood but some businesses have begun working throughout recent years providing employment opportunities for locals . Clarion serves Wright’s most populous city acting county seat hosting several attractions such sports complexes art centers public gardens further contributing company’s tourist appeal while outdoorsy activities include camping kayaking fishing horseback riding taking place either state parks forests offering visitors wonderful opportunity observeable local wildlife up close .