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!
📚🦙 Stories are even sweeter when they`re shared! 🫧💚
Make Storytime even more magical this July at Black Barn Alpacas! Join us on Wednesday, July 15 or Wednesday, July 29 at 10:30 AM for a morning filled with stories, bubbles, barnyard fun, and plenty of alpaca smiles.
✨ New this month! Bring a gently used children`s book and swap it with a new friend! It`s a fun way to discover a new favorite story while sharing the joy of reading with another family. 📖❤️
Your little ones will enjoy:
🦙 Meeting our friendly alpacas
📚 Interactive storytime
🫧 Bubble play and outdoor fun
🌞 A memorable summer morning on the farm
Tickets are limited, so don`t wait!
📍 Black Barn Alpacas
2401 Bollinger Mill Rd.
Finksburg, MD 21048
Come make new friends, discover a new favorite book, and create memories your family will treasure all summer long! 💚
#BlackBarnAlpacas #StorytimeWithAlpacas #BookSwap #FamilyFun #SummerAdventures
100° heat waves call for belly baths and pool time! 💦🦙
Alpacas aren’t built for scorching summer temperatures, so staying cool is a must! We help them beat the heat by hosing down their chests, bellies, and legs while keeping their backs dry—wetting their backs can actually trap heat instead of helping them cool off.
Safe to say... our herd is making the most of summer one belly bath at a time!
Now for the biggest question of the day... Who wants to jump in and join the belly bath? 🙋🏻♀️
#AlpacaLife #BeatTheHeat #SummerOnTheFarm #BellyBaths #VisitTheFarm
🦙🧘♀️ YOUR MAT IS WAITING... and so are the alpacas! 🧘♀️🦙
Imagine starting your weekend surrounded by peaceful pastures, fresh country air, and curious alpacas wandering right up to your yoga mat. It`s the perfect way to recharge your mind, move your body, and make memories you`ll be talking about all summer!
✨ July Yoga with Alpacas
📅 Sunday, July 12 | 2:00 PM
📅 Saturday, July 18 | 11:00 AM
✔️ 1-Hour Yoga Class
✔️ Alpaca Feeding Included
✔️ Ages 6 & Up
✔️ Only $25 Per Person
🎒 Bring:
🧘 Yoga Mat
💧 Water
☀️ Sunscreen & Bug Spray
📍 Black Barn Alpacas
2401 Bollinger Mill Rd.
Finksburg, MD 21048
🎟️ Spots are limited and these classes always fill quickly! Don`t miss your chance to stretch, smile, and spend time with our adorable alpacas. Grab your tickets today before the mats are gone!
#YogaWithAlpacas #BlackBarnAlpacas #VisitCarrollCounty #SummerAdventures #WellnessWithAlpacas
☀️ Adventure. Friendship. Alpacas. Memories. 🦙❤️
Another incredible week of Alpaca Adventure Camp is in the books! From meeting our amazing alpacas and creating fun crafts to learning about fiber, playing games, and making lifelong friendships, every day was packed with smiles and unforgettable experiences.
Watching campers build confidence, learn something new, and fall in love with our herd is what makes camp so special. We can`t wait to welcome our next group of young adventurers to the farm!
🎟️ There are still a few camp sessions remaining—but spots are filling fast! Reserve yours today at www.blackbarnalpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #AlpacaAdventureCamp #SummerCamp #FarmFun #FamilyMemories
Did you know alpacas are naturally curious animals? 🦙✨
Anouk’s handsome baby boy is only 1 week old and is already eager to explore the world around him! One of our favorite parts of meeting the babies is watching their curiosity shine. We encourage visitors to kneel or sit quietly near them—if you’re patient, you might just have a little cria wander over to say hello.
Now we need your help! This sweet little guy still needs a name. What should we call him? Drop your best name suggestions in the comments—we can’t wait to see what you come up with!
#AlpacaLife #BabyAlpaca #CriaSeason #FarmFun #namethatcria
What an incredible welcome we received at our Sip, Spit & Shoppe Grand Opening! 🦙🥂🖤
We are beyond grateful for the love and support from our family, friends, neighbors, and the amazing @downtownsykesville community for making our opening day such a success! We’re honored to be part of the Best Main Street in America and can’t wait to bring the warmth, comfort, and quality of alpaca products to our community.
Did you miss the celebration? We’d love to see you! Stop by Tuesday through Sunday to feel the softest alpaca apparel, browse cozy home goods, find the perfect gift, and, of course, don’t forget to give our giant alpaca, Jumbo, a big hug!
Thank you for supporting our dream—we can’t wait to welcome you into The Shoppe by Black Barn Alpacas! 🦙🫶🏼
#SipSpitAndShoppe #DowntownSykesville #ShopLocal #AlpacaLove #BestMainStreet
SOMETHING BIG IS COMING TO BLACK BARN ALPACAS! 🦙🇺🇸
We`re celebrating America`s 250th Birthday with our FIRST-EVER Fourth of July Celebration and you`re invited!
Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend surrounded by alpacas, great food, patriotic fun, and unforgettable memories.
🎆 July 3rd - July 5th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🚪 Last Admission: 3:00 PM
✨ Meet and feed our adorable alpacas
✨ Patriotic photo opportunities
✨ Family-friendly activities
✨ Craft vendors
✨ Farm store shopping
🌟 PLUS...for the FIRST TIME EVER, we`re welcoming FOOD TRUCKS to the farm!
🍔 T O Double D`s Delicious Dishes
🍧 Fresh n Icy Mobile Food
Bring your family, your friends, and your appetite!
🎟️ Tickets are just $15 per person when purchased in advance!
📍 Black Barn Alpacas
2401 Bollinger Mill Road
Finksburg, MD 21048
👇 Tell us below:
What`s your favorite Fourth of July tradition?
Tag someone you`d bring to spend the day with alpacas! 🦙❤️
Tickets available now at:
www.blackbarnalpacas.com
#BlackBarnAlpacas #FourthOfJulyCelebration #AlpacaAdventure #MarylandEvents #FamilyFun
