Fourteen-year-old John Barron is determined to prove himself. Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, he takes on the massive responsibility of tending six thousand sheep in a remote mountain haymeadow. He is entirely alone, accompanied only by two horses and four dogs. You will stand by his side as the quiet summer quickly turns into a desperate struggle for survival. A sudden flash flood threatens the flock, ruthless coyotes close in for an attack, and unexpected injuries leave him vulnerable. To make it through the season, John must dig deep and find a level of resourcefulness he never knew he had. This gripping adventure will test your nerves and show you what it truly takes to survive in the wild.