In the cutblocks west of Edson, a flock of 1,200 sheep is quietly helping forests grow. High Country Shepherding uses low-impact grazing to manage vegetation where herbicides and heavy equipment fall short. With help from dogs, maps, and solar-powered camp life, Catie and her crew spend their days on foot—navigating grizzlies, slash piles, and shifting plant communities in one of Alberta’s most rugged landscapes.