Kirk Henderson

About the Author

Kirk Henderson is a dedicated ecologist and restoration specialist with over two decades of experience in prairie conservation and land management across the Upper Midwest. Holding a degree in environmental science from the University of Iowa, he has worked extensively with native plant communities, focusing on the revival of tallgrass prairies that once dominated the region's landscape. Henderson's passion for sustainable agriculture and biodiversity drives his efforts to educate landowners, farmers, and conservationists on practical restoration techniques. As the lead author of The Tallgrass Prairie Center Guide to Prairie Restoration in the Upper Midwest (Bur Oak Guide), he provides invaluable, hands-on advice for transforming degraded lands into thriving ecosystems. Through his writing and fieldwork, Henderson advocates for the ecological and cultural importance of prairies, inspiring a new generation to preserve these vital natural treasures.