Ava Remley and Audrey Fort, both of Anamosa, hold hands while crossing the finishing line.

Brenda Hanken, on left, cheers on the running as they cross the finish line.

Around 145 runners participated in the St. Patrick’s Day Emerald Run 5k, at Wapsipinicon State Park in Anamosa, March 16.

Runners are handed their goodie bags at the check-in table.

Team “No Regrets” smile for a photo in their themed St. Patrick's Day outfits.

Jacqueline Astor, of Tiffin, is the overall female champion, crossing the finish line at 23:35.

Around 145 runners participated in the St. Patrick’s Day Emerald Run 5k, at Wapsipinicon State Park in Anamosa, March 16.

Jack Stecher from Central City proudly displays his trophy as the first overall champion and the first male to cross the finish line at 19:07 in the Emerald Run 5k.

Anamosa Chamber of Commerce its first St. Patrick’s Day Emerald Run 5k, at Wapsipinicon State Park in Anamosa, March 16. Instead of an Irish gig, participants run at the start of the blowhorn at the top of Lower Park Road.