TRASS – Restoring Seychelles One Tree at a Time

TRASS – Restoring Seychelles One Tree at a Time

The Terrestrial Restoration Action Society of Seychelles (TRASS) is a local NGO dedicated to restoring native forests on the islands of Seychelles, particularly Praslin. Through tree planting, habitat restoration, and education, TRASS plays a vital role in protecting the island’s unique biodiversity.

🌱 What TRASS Does

• Reforestation Projects
  TRASS plants thousands of native trees each year, focusing on degraded areas to bring back indigenous ecosystems.

• Community Involvement
  Volunteers, schools, and visitors are invited to take part in restoration efforts, making conservation a community movement.

• Environmental Education
  TRASS runs awareness campaigns and events to teach locals and tourists about Seychelles’ fragile environment and how to protect it.

📍 Visit the TRASS Nursery

Located on Praslin, the TRASS native plant nursery is open to the public. You can learn about endemic plant species and even adopt a tree.

🕒 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
📍 Location: Cote d’Or Road, Praslin

🤝 How You Can Help

• Volunteer: Join a tree planting day during your stay.

• Donate: Support TRASS in growing and planting more trees.

• Spread the Word: Share their mission on social media and raise awareness.

🔗 Learn more or get involved on their official website

📸 In Action: TRASS Photo Gallery

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