FALLBROOK – For the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, a local nonprofit that owns and manages more than 3,000 acres of preserves and trails in the community, the onset of the pandemic brought to a halt many of its member traditions.

As the group adapted to the "new normal," according to Susan Liebes, chairman of the FLC's board of directors, meetings were held via Zoom, and social events such as their Emerald Grove reception for members were cancelled. Volunteers at preserves continue to wear masks and practice social distancing.

In lieu of Stagecoach Sunday, the group's annual fall fundraiser...