Do you hear that? It’s the tinkling of sheep bells.

A lot of sheep bells. Around 1,000 sheep and some goats move through northern Spain. Sheep have taken this path for hundreds of years!

With the help of shepherds, of course. Over seven days, shepherd Ángel Mari Sanz guides the flock.

The sheep plod through dry lands and arrive in the cooler, greener valleys and mountains.

The sheep will graze near the town of Vidangoz until mid-September. When the weather changes, Mr. Sanz will shepherd his flock back south.

Not many people shepherd in this ancient way anymore. But some say more should try it. They claim shepherding like this helps protect the land from wildfires. Why? The animals eat up flammable grass, leaves, and twigs along the way.

Goats lead the sheep. Some sheep pant in the intense heat. They break into a run when they sense a nearby spring or pond.

“This pastoral life is disappearing,” Mr. Sanz says. He has trekked these hills since he was 14 years old. He knows the paths like the back of his hand. “Here, I have spent my life,” he says. He calculates that he has walked about 15,000 miles up and down these valleys since he started herding.

Mr. Sanz’s 14-year-old daughter Mireia comes along. Three or four other people join the journey too. A van carries food and tents for camping.

Jesus calls Himself “the good shepherd.” (John 10:11) He guides, provides for, and protects His people. He even died for them. Can you think of a time Jesus showed you where to go? How has He protected and provided for you?

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. — Psalm 23:1