jenb... used to be - probably because it's illegal - that beach horseback riding was early in the morning or later in the evening (less police presence walking the beach?). The last several years, they're out there at all times of the day, not trying to be inconspicuous at all. 3-4-5X a day... horses running along the beach & this is in the summer. My guess would be that the lack of consequences when they were on the beach infrequently led to an open acceptance & the current blatant disregard for the illegality of the act. Also, times tough so it's a way for some to earn some tourist $$$.