Does "The Red Dog Saloon" really exist?

Discussion in 'Road Stories' started by T800HEAVY, Jul 29, 2011.

  1. T800HEAVY

    T800HEAVY Bobtail Member

    In Johnny Horton's "Springtime in Alaska" it gives mention of a "Red Dog Saloon" in Fairbanks.

    "Mushed from Point Barren through a blizzard of snow,
    been out prospectin' for two years or so,
    pulled in to Fairbanks the city was a boom,
    so I took a little stroll to The Red Dog Saloon."

    Is there really a Red Dog Saloon in Fairbanks? I have heard there is one in Juneau that is pretty well known.
     
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  3. thedrifter

    thedrifter Medium Load Member

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  4. Big Rigg

    Big Rigg Medium Load Member

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    Having lived there and been there I can tell you for sure yes it does. There is also one in Juneau as you mentioned that has become better known because the cruise ships go to Juneau.
     
  5. johnday

    johnday Road Train Member

    "When it's springtime in Alaska, it's 40 below". Geez, you're an old guy.:biggrin_2559:
     
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