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François D’haene and Ryan Smith at the Cunningham creek crossing.

François D’haene and Ryan Smith cross the creek at Cunningham near mile 9. Photo: iRunFar Olivia Rissland
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François D'haene and Ryan Smith at the Cunningham creek crossing.

François D’haene and Ryan Smith at the Cunningham creek crossing.

Alex Potter
Alex Potter is a contributor and former editor at iRunFar. Following a nearly decade-long hiatus from running after college, she has found a new love in trail running. As a photojournalist, Alex has reported throughout the Middle East and East Africa for publications like 'National Geographic,' 'The New York Times,' and 'The Washington Post.'