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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. - Volusia County beaches could soon welcome horseback riders under a proposal county leaders agreed to further explore this week.

What we know:

Horseback riding could be allowed on some Volusia County beaches. The Volusia County Council voted 5-2 to move forward with the planning phase before an ordinance is presented to them.

The idea would allow horseback riding on certain sections of the beach either on Ormond Beach or Ormond-by-the-Sea.

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There will be several rules. They include an online reservation system, only daytime rides, no riding on beaches with cars and riders must pick up after their horses.

What they're saying:

Some residents and business owners expressed support, saying it could boost tourism.

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