Photos by John Isgren and Sherri Phegley/RaceShots.net

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Junction Jack, the Houston Astros mascot, posed with many runners near the start line at Minute Maid Park.

Ten-year-old Hali Tiblow enjoyed the five mile jaunt from Minute Maid Park to Hermann Park.

More than 800 runners and walkers braved the chilly conditions.

Cornelio Garibay's 27:41 clocking placed him 11th overall, but only fifth in a tough 35-39 age group.

Jennifer Brown's 32:41 clocking was good for third place in the women's 30-34 age group.

Proceeds from the race help the beautification and restoration of Hermann Park, the 445-acre Houston landmark.

Stefani Williams' struck bronze in the women's 15-19 age group with her 43:20 finish.

Dean Putterman kicks it into overdrive as he nears the finish.

Twenty-nine-year-old Kristin Epps flashes her "Go Coogs" sign along the route.

Several dozen children also took part in the action, as they participated in the kids run.