Jeff, If you are planning to drive through the northern parts of the Canadian prairies (instead of Can. Rockies first and then northward) you will pass through the Peace River country in northern Alberta and British Columbia. The Peace may be considered the best honey producing area in the world (primary flow lasting perhaps 6-8 weeks resulting in crops of 200, 300, and sometimes over 400 lbs/colony!!). I recommend you visit french-speaking Falher (named itself Honey Capital of Canada). For contacting commercial operators in the area, call Doug Colter, Chief Inspector, at (403) 837-2211. In Fairview, there is the Agriculture College that offers professional training in commercial beekeeping (403) 835-6633. A highly successful program that offers training to overseas students as well. Then, closer to the BC border, there is the Agriculture Canada Research Station at Beaverlodge. This is among the most important apicultural research facilities in Canada (403) 354-2212. Then following the Highway westward, one reaches Dawson Creek in British Columbia with 'Mile 0" of the Alaska Highway (it is another 1523 miles before you can enjoy the nightlife of Fairbanks!. Bring some spare tires because some sections are not paved). On your way north, stop-over at North-Peace Apiaries right on the Highway (left side, you can't miss it, just before entering Fort St. John). It is a large commercial operation that has established its fame with the commercial production of pollen. (Of course, they have honey too.) Beyond Fort St. John, wilderness starts. By the time you get to Fairbanks, you may wish to contact a highly enthusiastic beekeeper who formed the Interior Alaska Beekeepers Association some years ago. Call Stephen Petersen at (907) 457-2440. Have a wonderful trip. Bring your veil because there are plenty of mosquitos in some areas in the summer. Paul van Westendorp [log in to unmask] Provincial Apiculturist ph. (604) 576-5639 BC Ministry of Agriculture, fx. (604) 576-5652 Fisheries & Food