@Chillybean
Not sure if you have a similar org, but here in Missouri we have the Missouri Prairie Foundation which has lots of interesting information. I am a member.
Take a day trip down to the Dunn Ranch ran by the Nature Conservancy. They have ~ 6,000 acres of which ~ 1,000 is virgin prairie.
Check with your state Dept of Conservation. Here in Missouri the MO Dept of Conservation will work with private land owners to do prairie restoration, provide guidance, etc.
Taking existing land and "restoring" can take 3 - 7 years before you really see results. It is not quick, nor easy. Depending on how much needs to be done, it may not be cheap either. You cannot just burn it and toss out a bag of seed.
