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Chester Weber and Horse of the Year Jamaica Photographed by Internationally Known Equine Photographer Barbara Bower

Thursday, January 14th, 2010 | Art & Photography, Contributors - Press, Driving, Equine Community - Of Interest - Charities, JRPR, Riding Disciplines | Comments

Jamaica, the 2008 USEF Horse of the Year and a member of Chester Weber’s combined driving team, turns to look at photographer Barbara Bower.

Ocala, FL (January 14, 2010) – Jamaica and Chester Weber, the well-known record-setting horse and combined driver, made headlines in 2009 not only for winning the United States National Four-In-Hand Combined Driving Championship for the seventh time but also for Jamaica’s rags-to-riches story of being rescued from a slaughter house before joining Weber’s team. The bond between Weber and Jamaica is deep, and thanks to the photography skills of internationally known equine photographer Barbara Bower, their partnership has been captured on film for the enjoyment of equestrian fans everywhere.

Bower, who traveled to Weber’s Live Oak Stud in Ocala for the photography session, said she enjoyed watching the relationship between the famous duo. “Photographing Chester and Jamaica was very easy. You could tell that there was a very strong bond between them, of mutual respect and compassion,” Bower said.

In addition to being known as a rescue horse, Jamaica is also known for his quirky personality and temperament. Bower said it was easy to see that Jamaica, who was named the 2008 USEF Horse of the Year, enjoyed being in the limelight. “Jamaica knew he was a star and I could tell how much he appreciated the attention he receives,” Bower said. “He is also very curious and was wondering what I was doing there. While walking down the road he turned around to see what I was doing behind him. You could almost hear him ask the question.” Read more> http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/article/article_detail.aspx?id=9786

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Jamaica, Chester Weber’s Horse of the Year, Wraps Up Amazing Year as USEF Ambassador

Monday, November 16th, 2009 | Contributors - Press, Driving, JRPR, Riding Disciplines, USEF | 1 Comment

Jamaica, the 2008 USEF Farnam Platform Horse of the Year, spent his year as an ambassador for the United States Equestrian Federation.

Ocala, FL (November 16, 2009) – Jamaica, Chester Weber’s combined driving horse, captured the nation’s attention last year when he won the most prestigious horse title in the country and became the 2008 USEF Farnam Platform Horse of the Year. As the Horse of the Year, Jamaica served as an ambassador for the USEF, making public appearances, promoting rescue organizations and horse adoption and taking part in a variety of charities.

Jamaica’s rags to riches story began in Belgium when he was rescued from a slaughterhouse. He then famously became part of Weber’s record-breaking international Four-In-Hand Combined Driving team. Now 18 years old, Jamaica has been a member of all seven of Weber’s National Four-In-Hand Combined Driving National Championship teams.

While Jamaica’s story captivated the nation, his role as USEF ambassador also earned him a fan following. “Jamaica’s story really meant a lot to a lot of people, and whether we were at shows or at home, fans would bring him presents and carrots and place them in front of his stall and ask to pose for photos with him,” Weber said. “His journey has been pretty unbelievable and I am certainly glad to have been part of it.” Read more> http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/article/article_detail.aspx?id=8874

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Chester Weber and Horse of the Year Jamaica Photographed by Internationally Known Equine Photographer Barbara Bower

Jamaica, Chester Weber’s Horse of the Year, Wraps Up Amazing Year as USEF Ambassador

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