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!
🎶 Working 9 to 5…what a way to make a living 🎶
Our Pinto Princess, Jolene, has officially clocked out after a long day of working 9 to 5 on her cuteness. Now she’s ready for a well-deserved nap!
Her friend Shady Lady agrees—it’s hard to stumble outta bed and pour a cup of ambition when your biggest job of the day is looking this adorable.
Today, September 25, we’re raising little rhinestone-covered toes to honor the legendary Dolly Parton and her timeless “9 to 5.”
Are you a “pour a cup of ambition” kind of morning person, or a “back to bed” kind of morning person like Jolene?
#DollyPartonDay #9to5Day #BlackBarnAlpacas #AlpacaLife #Jolene
🍂 GUNTHER SAYS: DON’T MISS THE $15 PRESALE!
Gunther is looking pretty comfortable with fall arriving at Black Barn Alpacas—and he thinks you should get your tickets before the price goes up!
Fall Ag’tivities begin October 9th, Fridays through Sundays, 10 AM–4 PM. Your day on the farm includes:
FREE pumpkin with admission • Alpaca feeding • Hayrides • Fall photo ops • Lawn games
Plus, T O Double D’s Delicious Dishes joins us Saturdays & Sundays!
🎃 Presale tickets are ONLY $15 through September 30th!
Tickets increase to $18 on 10/1 and $20 at the gate.
Gunther’s advice? Don’t procrastinate—save now and come make some fall memories with us!
📍 2401 Bollinger Mill Rd, Finksburg, MD
BlackBarnAlpacas.com
#FallAgtivities #BlackBarnAlpacas #MarylandFall #FallFamilyFun #FinksburgMD
Cazador would like everyone to know he has returned control of the website to the humans. Mostly. 🦙
BlackBarnAlpacas.com is back up and running! You can book your next farm visit online again—and while you’re at it, come out for Meet & Treats to meet the fluffy fellow behind all this mischief.
Cazador promises to stay away from the keyboard if you bring him a little attention. We’re making no guarantees about his gang! 😉
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreats #MeetCazador #AlpacaAdventures #FinksburgMD
🔊 VOLUME UP for Carrot ASMR 🥕
Our girls are enjoying homegrown carrots from their Nana! They especially love those fresh, crisp carrot greens—a fun and tasty little snack.
Be sure to watch until the end to see (and hear) Maverick and Wyatt savor the very last bites.
Are you team crunch or team munch? Turn up the volume and tell us what you hear in the comments!
#BlackBarnAlpacas #AlpacaASMR #CarrotCrunch #AlpacaLife #FarmFreshTreats
We left Cazador and his gang in charge for five minutes… and now our website is down. 🦙 We’re still investigating whether they tried to book themselves a pasture party!
While we round up the troublemakers and get the website back on its feet, please call 301-284-0361 or email info@blackbarnalpacas.com for bookings. We’re happy to help!
— The Black Barn Alpacas team
Please join us in welcoming two beautiful new ladies to Black Barn Alpacas! ✨
Meet Birchleaf Empress and Birchleaf Stylish! These two champion females traveled all the way from Canada to join our herd, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome them home!
A heartfelt thank you to Birchleaf Alpacas, Arriba Alpacas, and everyone who helped ensure these fine ladies arrived safely at our farm. We are so grateful for all the care and teamwork that brought them to us!
We look forward to watching them settle in, make new friends, and become part of our Black Barn family.
Help us give Empress and Stylish a warm welcome! What would you like to know about our two new champion ladies? Drop your questions and welcome wishes in the comments!
#BlackBarnAlpacas #AlpacaLove #NewHerdMembers #ChampionAlpacas #WelcomeHome
🎶 Ain’t no particular sign I’m more compatible with, I just want your extra time and your 💋💋💋💋💋 kiss 🎶
Bukele and his fancy legs are ready to welcome you to the farm. Come visit during our Meet & Treat and give him a kiss; offered Wednesday–Sunday, 10 AM–5 PM
#BlackBarnAlpacas #MeetAndTreat #AlpacaKisses #FancyLegs #Kiss
🧶🦙 Thank You to Our Knitters & Nuzzlers!
Our very first Knit & Nuzzle Class was a HUGE success! Thank you to everyone who joined us for knitting, laughter, alpaca nuzzles, and creativity.
A special thank you to our amazing instructors, Meaghan Walker & Sara Cochran, for making our first class such a memorable experience!
Missed this one? We’re just getting started! Join our mailing list to be the first to hear about upcoming Knit & Nuzzle classes, workshops, farm events & more.
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We can’t wait to knit, nuzzle & create with you again!
#KnitAndNuzzle #BlackBarnAlpacas #AlpacaYarn #AlpacaExperiences #FinksburgMD
