QUEST FOR THE BAY

And now for something completely different... RoseAnna Schick was selected from more than 500 applicants to participate in the adventure-of-a-lifetime during the summer of 2001. This epic journey involved the historical re-enactment of the fur trade voyages that took place in western Canada in the 1800’s.

RoseAnna - the only woman along with seven other 'tripmen' - traversed a York Boat from the heart of downtown Winnipeg north to York Factory on the Hudson Bay, following a traditional fur trade route and using only 1840’s gear and provisions. The 1,225 kilometer trip took 61 days to complete and was taped for Quest for the Bay, a five-part television series produced by Winnipeg production company Frantic Films. One of the highest rated programs ever to be shown on History Television in Canada, and currently playing on PBS stations across the US, Quest for the Bay received a 2003 Blizzard Award for Best Documentary Series.

This once-in-a-lifetime voyage changed RoseAnna’s life, outlook and attitude. She has written and published print articles about the profound experience, and is often asked to share her story at conferences, special events, annual meetings, corporate retreats, in schools, and for various other groups. This keynote session has been enjoyed by thousands, and described as:

• inspiring

• moving

• positive

• motivating

• engaging

• entertaining

Here is what Manitoba Hydro's TSO Division had to say after inviting RoseAnna to speak at two employee seminars:

"RoseAnna's Quest for the Bay presentation was enthusiastically received by the 350 Manitoba Hydro employees that attended our seminar this year. Her infectious enthusiasm during the presentation and her courage and determination in the Quest are living examples of how teamwork can affect our normal day-to-day lives. Her message was inspiring:  that every member of a team is valuable and if we work together, use each other's strengths, and keep a positive attitude, we can overcome anything."

If you are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and interesting speaker for your next event, download information about RoseAnna's Quest for the Bay presentation here.

published articles

Manitoba History Magazine - My Quest for the Bay - cover feature (2003)

University of Winnipeg Alumni Journal - Quest for a Challenge - cover feature (2002)

Winnipeg Free Press - Quest for courage: Rowing York boat to Hudson Bay stretches limits of body and spirit - travel section cover feature (2002)

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