In that time he has cultivated a friendship with the local ground squirrels. He said they have all types, including Richardson ground squirrels, thirteen-lined squirrels and Franklin's ground squirrels. It was the Franklin's ground squirrels that really grabbed his attention. Franklin's ground squirrels were named after the explorer Sir John Franklin and at one time were considered at risk. Once the saloon was built it was time to let the doors swing open for its first customer.

Source: CBC News June 09, 2020 20:48 UTC