Trails and Tails Virtual 5k

The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Society is excited to announce the 2026 Trails and Tails Virtual 5k run/walk event.  The 5k virtual event will allow alumni to stay connected to fellow alumni and friends around the world by providing an active, inclusive event and a sense of community. As a participant, you will be able to share/post a picture of yourself and/or a picture of your favorite spot to visit. All proceeds will go towards the College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Scholarship Fund.

After you register, you will have a two week duration from May 17 to May 31 to complete your 5k.  You can run it, walk it or jog it!  When completed, you can submit your time through the RaceJoy app or if you don't have your phone, simply enter your time through this website. Don't forget to get a selfie of yourself, your group and the location where you are running or walking.  We want to see some great photos.  You can upload your pics through this website, just go to the photos tab in the menu.

Your Race Packet Includes (shipping is included in your registration fee)

• Official Event Shirt
• Race Medal
• Race bib

Please Note:  Register by May 1 to get your registration packet by May 17. After May 1, we cannot guarantee you will receive your registration packet before May 17.

Enter To Win A Prize

Make sure to download the RaceJoy App.  All participants who log their time through RaceJoy will be put in a raffle to win CVM promo basket.

Previous Year's T-Shirts

We have a limited number of previous years t-shirts available.  Here are the numbers that are available at the start of this event.

• First year, gray t-shirt and husky design: 2 small and 2 medium
• Second year, white t-shirt with the beagle design: 1 medium
• Third year, red t-shirt with German shepherd and beagle: 2 small, 7 medium, 5 large
• Fourth years, dark gray t-shirt with dalmatian and dachshund: 11 small, 4 medium, 15 XL, 8 2XL

Join fellow runners on May 17, 2026 for the Trails and Tails Virtual 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Columbus.