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Step up and experience what it would have been like to be a 78th Highlander in 1869! Under the supervision of a non-commissioned officer in the recreated 78th Highland Regiment of Foot, learn how to load and fire blank rounds from an authentic Snider-Enfield rifle, the primary weapon of the British army infantry soldier in the late 1860s.

Dates & Times

In 2025, the Ready, Aim, Fire! program is available from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm between Monday, June 16 and Sunday, August 31.  Ticket sales close each day at 2:30 pm.  Please note that the program will not run on Tue, Jul 1 or Wed, Aug 20.

Age Requirements

Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in this experience, or at least 16 years old if a parent or guardian is present. Please note that a government-issued photo ID may be required if requested.

Tickets

Tickets may be purchased upon arrival at an admissions kiosk or at the Information Centre inside the Citadel (pre-booking is not required), and are $24.50 plus tax per person.

Additional Information

Participants will be provided with an authentic reproduction British army doublet, earplugs, and eye protection. Participants are also required to sign a waiver in order to take part in the program.

For more information, please contact us at (902) 426-1990 or via email at [email protected].