Fort Jackson inviting public to special, up-close base tour

Fort Jackson Commander Maj. Gen. Roger Cloutier is inviting the public to a special, up-close tour of the nation’s largest training base.

The seven-hour "Come See Your Army" tour will give visitors an opportunity to see how soldiers train and provide insight into the day-to-day operations of the post. During the tour, visitors will attend a basic combat training graduation, learn to shoot the M16A2 assault rifle simulator and eat in an Army dining facility among other activities.

The April 28 tour is open to people age 13 and older. Reservations are required by April 22.

The tour begins at 7:30 a.m. Lunch costs $5.55.

For more information or to register please call Fort Jackson Community Relations at (803) 751-1474.

This story was originally published April 20, 2016 at 3:04 PM with the headline "Fort Jackson inviting public to special, up-close base tour."