March Calendar Photographer: Kaitlyn Wesley
Standardbred Canada’s Heart of Harness Racing Calendar’s photographer for March is Kaitlyn Wesley of Truro, N.S., who captured this photo of Prince Adam in the paddock at sunset.
Wesley is a caretaker in the industry and helps take care of Prince Adam, so she and her daughter spend lots of time with him. Prince Adam is stationed at Truro Raceway, and she managed to capture this photo while turning him out one day.
Q: How many years have you been involved in harness racing?
A: Since I was in grade 11. I took a break and came back four years ago!
Q: Are you a harness racing fan, owner, groom or trainer?
A: I am a groom.
Q: What is your favourite racetrack?
A: To be honest, Cape Breton tracks!
Q: Who is your favourite horse of all time?
A: Prince Adam -- my heart horse.
Q: What is your favourite subject to photograph aside from horses?
A: Animals in general, but landscapes come close too!
Q: Where is your favourite spot to take photos?
A: Trackside! Or farms -- I love capturing memories.
Q: Who is your favourite harness driver?
A: I am very biased, but it would be Andrew Campbell (my boyfriend); just proud of how far he has come!
Q: If you could take photos for one day anywhere in the world, where would it be?
A: The North America Cup! Capturing memories of the fans, owners, trainers, drivers, grooms and horses.
Q: What is one racetrack that you want to attend that you have never been to?
A: Mohawk -- I am a faithful online watcher and would love to be there someday!
Q: The last picture you took on your phone?
A: My seven-year-old daughter Ahlea Fudge putting Prince Adam away.
Q: What is your favourite race?
A: Gold Cup and Saucer or North America Cup tied!
Q: First place you are going to visit once travel restrictions are lifted?
A: I’m not much of a traveller outside of Nova Scotia, but I would have to say P.E.I. Natasha and Marc Campbell have invited us over to visit.
The calendar project is supported by many tracks and associations, and Standardbred Canada would like to thank this month's calendar sponsor, Truro Raceway.
