Maryland's Premier Alpaca Ranch
Our Story
Maryland’s Black Barn Alpacas Ranch is owned by the animal-loving couple Travis and Yussy McManus. Travis was raised on a cattle ranch, and Yussy grew up riding horses—cementing their love of farm life from a young age. The couple lives on the ranch and looks forward to greeting the alpaca herd every morning with nose boops (and an extra handful or two of food).
Travis manages the farm team, and Yussy leads the Y Interiors design team, dreaming up home goods made with genuine alpaca fleece. Together, they intend to expand Black Barn Alpacas, delivering well-bred animals, quality fleece products, and unforgettable experiences. Take it from the experts; there is nothing more rewarding than being able to snuggle up to an alpaca every day!
Alpaca Breeding Program
At Black Barn Alpacas, we are creating a premier alpaca breeding program focused on producing show-quality or “typey” black and gray alpacas through sustainable and caring farming practices. By way of strategic, sustainable, and compassionate breeding, we aim to produce fine-quality fleece, champion alpacas, and a happy herd.
The Shoppe
Shop Locally Made Alpaca Fleece Clothing and Home Goods
We are a real working alpaca ranch, producing some of the finest quality fleece around. After we shear our fuzzy alpaca friends, we turn fleece harvests into one-of-a-kind apparel, home goods, and accessories. Shop our collection of alpaca fleece products and some of our favorite Texas finds. There’s nothing as soft and durable as alpaca fleece!
✨ Alpaca Yoga is BACK this Sunday! ✨
🧘🏽 Breathe in, stretch out, and flow among our adorable alpacas in a one-hour, all-levels class designed to bring ultimate relaxation. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just here for the vibes (and the alpacas), this is your sign to unwind in the most unique way possible.
Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered—literally! If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll take the zen inside our spacious arena with open doors for that perfect indoor-outdoor feel.
Plus, in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, BYOB is welcome! ☘️ So grab your mat, a drink if you’d like, and come experience the magic of yoga with alpacas.
Only $20 for the whole experience!🦙
Get your tickets while they last here:
🎟️ https://bit.ly/BBAYogaWithAlpacas
Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#AlpacaYoga #YogaWithAlpacas #FindYourZen #BlackBarnAlpacas #ItsAVibe #MarylandYogis #StPatricksDay #SelfCareSunday
✨ Alpaca Yoga is BACK this Sunday! ✨
🧘🏽 Breathe in, stretch out, and flow among our adorable alpacas in a one-hour, all-levels class designed to bring ultimate relaxation. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just here for the vibes (and the alpacas), this is your sign to unwind in the most unique way possible.
Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered—literally! If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll take the zen inside our spacious arena with open doors for that perfect indoor-outdoor feel.
Plus, in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, BYOB is welcome! ☘️ So grab your mat, a drink if you’d like, and come experience the magic of yoga with alpacas.
Only $20 for the whole experience!🦙
Get your tickets while they last here:
🎟️ https://bit.ly/BBAYogaWithAlpacas
Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#AlpacaYoga #YogaWithAlpacas #FindYourZen #BlackBarnAlpacas #ItsAVibe #MarylandYogis #StPatricksDay #SelfCareSunday
Al-Fact-a [🔊 sound on]: We just weaned our Fall babies to turn the momma and babies’ pasture into a birthing pasture for our Spring crias! 🌸🍼
Weaning happens around 6 months old and is an important step for both mom and baby:
✨ For the cria:
- Their digestive system is ready for solid food like hay and pasture 🌾
- Encourages independence and social bonding with the herd 🦙
- Ensures they get the right nutrients for steady growth 💪
✨ For the mom:
- Gives her time to recover from lactation ❤️
- Helps her regain body condition and nutrients for future pregnancies 🌿
- Reduces stress on her body, keeping her healthier long-term 🩷
The first few days can be tough—crias often hum for their moms as they adjust, and we know those little hums can be hard to hear. 💕 But weaning is an important step to keep both mom and baby happy, healthy, and thriving in the long run! 💛
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#Alfacta #WeaningTime #AlpacaLife #AlpacaBreeders #AlpacaOwners #MarylandFarms #BabyAnimals #Cria
Al-Fact-a [🔊 sound on]: We just weaned our Fall babies to turn the momma and babies’ pasture into a birthing pasture for our Spring crias! 🌸🍼
Weaning happens around 6 months old and is an important step for both mom and baby:
✨ For the cria:
- Their digestive system is ready for solid food like hay and pasture 🌾
- Encourages independence and social bonding with the herd 🦙
- Ensures they get the right nutrients for steady growth 💪
✨ For the mom:
- Gives her time to recover from lactation ❤️
- Helps her regain body condition and nutrients for future pregnancies 🌿
- Reduces stress on her body, keeping her healthier long-term 🩷
The first few days can be tough—crias often hum for their moms as they adjust, and we know those little hums can be hard to hear. 💕 But weaning is an important step to keep both mom and baby happy, healthy, and thriving in the long run! 💛
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#Alfacta #WeaningTime #AlpacaLife #AlpacaBreeders #AlpacaOwners #MarylandFarms #BabyAnimals #Cria
MAPACA Jubilee & Gala Show Recap 2025 🎉
Black Barn Alpacas made our show debut at MAPACA this weekend, and we couldn’t be more proud of our team and alpacas! 🏆
The Mid-Atlantic Alpaca Association (MAPACA) hosts one of the largest and most competitive alpaca shows on the East Coast, bringing together breeders from all over the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
🦙 What makes this weekend even more special? Every alpaca we entered into the show carried the Black Barn name. This means they were all bred and born right here at our farm, a testament to our breeding program and the quality of alpacas we are producing. To see them compete at this level and hold their own among some of the best in the industry is an incredible milestone for us! 🦙
✨ Black Barn Alpacas’ Placings ✨
🏅 Halter Show Results:
- Black Barn’s McMagnus – 1st Place (Huacaya Grey 2-Year-Old Male)
- Black Barn’s Dermot – 3rd Place (Huacaya Silver Grey Yearling Male)
- Black Barn’s Cudo – 4th Place (Huacaya Grey 2-Year-Old Male)
- Black Barn’s Von Silver – 4th Place (Huacaya Silver Grey Yearling Male)
- Black Barn’s Deccani – 6th Place (Huacaya Grey Yearling Female)
🏅Walking Fleece Results:
- Black Barn’s Dermot – 1st Place
- Black Barn’s Deccani – 2nd Place
- Black Barn’s Decca – 4th Place
This was our first-ever show, and we are beyond excited about how our alpacas performed! We also had the chance to meet some amazing new friends in the industry and reconnect with old ones. Thank you to everyone who made this weekend such a special experience—we can’t wait for the next one!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MAPACA2025 #AlpacaShow #AlpacaJubilee #CarrollCountyAgCenter #AlpacaBreeders #MAPACA #BlueRibbon
MAPACA Jubilee & Gala Show Recap 2025 🎉
Black Barn Alpacas made our show debut at MAPACA this weekend, and we couldn’t be more proud of our team and alpacas! 🏆
The Mid-Atlantic Alpaca Association (MAPACA) hosts one of the largest and most competitive alpaca shows on the East Coast, bringing together breeders from all over the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
🦙 What makes this weekend even more special? Every alpaca we entered into the show carried the Black Barn name. This means they were all bred and born right here at our farm, a testament to our breeding program and the quality of alpacas we are producing. To see them compete at this level and hold their own among some of the best in the industry is an incredible milestone for us! 🦙
✨ Black Barn Alpacas’ Placings ✨
🏅 Halter Show Results:
- Black Barn’s McMagnus – 1st Place (Huacaya Grey 2-Year-Old Male)
- Black Barn’s Dermot – 3rd Place (Huacaya Silver Grey Yearling Male)
- Black Barn’s Cudo – 4th Place (Huacaya Grey 2-Year-Old Male)
- Black Barn’s Von Silver – 4th Place (Huacaya Silver Grey Yearling Male)
- Black Barn’s Deccani – 6th Place (Huacaya Grey Yearling Female)
🏅Walking Fleece Results:
- Black Barn’s Dermot – 1st Place
- Black Barn’s Deccani – 2nd Place
- Black Barn’s Decca – 4th Place
This was our first-ever show, and we are beyond excited about how our alpacas performed! We also had the chance to meet some amazing new friends in the industry and reconnect with old ones. Thank you to everyone who made this weekend such a special experience—we can’t wait for the next one!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MAPACA2025 #AlpacaShow #AlpacaJubilee #CarrollCountyAgCenter #AlpacaBreeders #MAPACA #BlueRibbon
Happy International Women’s Day! ✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in agriculture—a field where women make up nearly 36% of all U.S. farmers and own or co-own 51% of farms. 🚜👩🌾 Women also play a key role in leadership, driving innovation and sustainability in the industry.
At Black Barn Alpacas, we’re proud to be part of this movement—raising alpacas, running a farm, and sharing our passion with the community. Here’s to the women who grow, nurture, and lead in agriculture every day! 💪🌱
#InternationalWomensDay #WomenInAg #WomenFarmers #AlpacaFarm #BlackBarnAlpacas #MarylandFarmers
Happy International Women’s Day! ✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in agriculture—a field where women make up nearly 36% of all U.S. farmers and own or co-own 51% of farms. 🚜👩🌾 Women also play a key role in leadership, driving innovation and sustainability in the industry.
At Black Barn Alpacas, we’re proud to be part of this movement—raising alpacas, running a farm, and sharing our passion with the community. Here’s to the women who grow, nurture, and lead in agriculture every day! 💪🌱
#InternationalWomensDay #WomenInAg #WomenFarmers #AlpacaFarm #BlackBarnAlpacas #MarylandFarmers
Happy Friday! 🎉 This weekend, we’re off to our first Maryland alpaca show! 🏆
While some of our alpacas will be strutting their stuff, we still have a few ways for you to visit the farm:
🗓️ Saturday at 12:30 PM – Alpaca Meet & Treat!
🦙 Hand-feed the alpacas
🔎 Enter & explore the pastures
🎲 Play lawn games & enjoy the fresh air
🥪 Bring a picnic & relax at our tables
🔗 Book now: https://bit.ly/MeetAndTreat
🗓️ Saturday at 2:00 PM – Premier Alpaca Experience (Adult-Only Time)
📖 Guided tour through the farm
🤲 Hand-feed the alpacas
📸 Get up close for unique photos
🔗 Book here: https://bit.ly/AlpacaExperiences
🛍️ The Shoppe will be open from 11-5 – No tickets required!
Spend $20 or more and receive a cup of alpaca food to feed the herd!
We’ll be back next weekend with full experience availability! 🖤✨
⬇️ Leave our alpacas and show team some well wishes in the comments!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MarylandAlpacaShow #MeetTheAlpacas #mapaca #mapacajubilee #alpacabreeders #alpacaowners #thingstodomd #marylandfarm #marylandadventures
Happy Friday! 🎉 This weekend, we’re off to our first Maryland alpaca show! 🏆
While some of our alpacas will be strutting their stuff, we still have a few ways for you to visit the farm:
🗓️ Saturday at 12:30 PM – Alpaca Meet & Treat!
🦙 Hand-feed the alpacas
🔎 Enter & explore the pastures
🎲 Play lawn games & enjoy the fresh air
🥪 Bring a picnic & relax at our tables
🔗 Book now: https://bit.ly/MeetAndTreat
🗓️ Saturday at 2:00 PM – Premier Alpaca Experience (Adult-Only Time)
📖 Guided tour through the farm
🤲 Hand-feed the alpacas
📸 Get up close for unique photos
🔗 Book here: https://bit.ly/AlpacaExperiences
🛍️ The Shoppe will be open from 11-5 – No tickets required!
Spend $20 or more and receive a cup of alpaca food to feed the herd!
We’ll be back next weekend with full experience availability! 🖤✨
⬇️ Leave our alpacas and show team some well wishes in the comments!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MarylandAlpacaShow #MeetTheAlpacas #mapaca #mapacajubilee #alpacabreeders #alpacaowners #thingstodomd #marylandfarm #marylandadventures
Longer days are so close! More sunshine means more time for alpaca fun—who’s ready? ☀️🦙
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#SpringIsComing #MoreSunshineMoreAlpacas #mdfamilyfun #thingstodomd #thingstododmv #maryland #visitalpacas #animalencounter #farmanimals #rainraingoaway #daylightsavings
Longer days are so close! More sunshine means more time for alpaca fun—who’s ready? ☀️🦙
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#SpringIsComing #MoreSunshineMoreAlpacas #mdfamilyfun #thingstodomd #thingstododmv #maryland #visitalpacas #animalencounter #farmanimals #rainraingoaway #daylightsavings
Before ➡️ After
…when you go all in on the king cake 🎭👑🍰
Just kidding! Both pictures are of the same alpaca—Ginger! 🦙✨
These photos show just how big of a transformation shearing makes. ✂️
Shearing 2025 is scheduled for April 26 & 27, so if you want to see the alpacas in all their floofy glory, be sure to visit soon!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#mdfamilyfun #thingstodomd #marylandfarms #thingstododmv #dmvfarms #maryland #alpacaadventures #cuteanimals #carrollcountyfarm #visitalpacas #animalencounter
Before ➡️ After
…when you go all in on the king cake 🎭👑🍰
Just kidding! Both pictures are of the same alpaca—Ginger! 🦙✨
These photos show just how big of a transformation shearing makes. ✂️
Shearing 2025 is scheduled for April 26 & 27, so if you want to see the alpacas in all their floofy glory, be sure to visit soon!
🦙 Black Barn Alpacas
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd
Finksburg, MD
📱 (301) 284-0361
🌐 www.BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#mdfamilyfun #thingstodomd #marylandfarms #thingstododmv #dmvfarms #maryland #alpacaadventures #cuteanimals #carrollcountyfarm #visitalpacas #animalencounter
☀️ March is here, and that means we will [hopefully] be seeing some warmer weather! 🌾 It’s the perfect time to bring back Yoga with Alpacas! 🧘♀️✨
Join us for a relaxing #SelfCareSunday on Sunday, March 16th at 1:00 PM 🗓️ This 60-minute, all-levels class [no experience needed!] lets you flow among our calming, grazing alpacas. 🦙
Tickets are just $20!
🎟️➡️ https://bit.ly/BBAYogaWithAlpacas
#YogaWithAlpacas #BlackBarnAlpacas #MindfulMoments #OutdoorYoga #MarylandYogis #SelfCareSunday #BringOnSpring #YogaOnTheFarm
☀️ March is here, and that means we will [hopefully] be seeing some warmer weather! 🌾 It’s the perfect time to bring back Yoga with Alpacas! 🧘♀️✨
Join us for a relaxing #SelfCareSunday on Sunday, March 16th at 1:00 PM 🗓️ This 60-minute, all-levels class [no experience needed!] lets you flow among our calming, grazing alpacas. 🦙
Tickets are just $20!
🎟️➡️ https://bit.ly/BBAYogaWithAlpacas
#YogaWithAlpacas #BlackBarnAlpacas #MindfulMoments #OutdoorYoga #MarylandYogis #SelfCareSunday #BringOnSpring #YogaOnTheFarm
