Hidalgo County is in the South Texas Plains vegetation area, which features grasses, mesquite, live oaks, and chaparral. Native plants, reduced in recent years by extensive farming, include chapote, guayacan, ebony, huisache, Brazilwood, and yucca.
Related Articles. Just north of the bustling city of Montreal lies a series of snow-capped peaks that make the city a popular destination for snow skiing and snowboarding vacations. Some resorts offer amenities such as day care aimed at families while others cater to those who seeking a serious skiing experience with advanced trails.
Skiing and snowboarding in the Eastern Canadian province of Quebec can be broken up into three broad regions: Areas near Quebec City, areas near Montreal, and areas in the Eastern Townships. Skiing in the Eastern Townships consists of ski areas located just over the Vermont border, a few hours from New England.