Thanks!
Chris Thanks for the good information. I have been up Hadley three times before and wouldn't mind a little snow or ice, but my friends are fair weather, fair trail hikers - no bugs, no cold, no rain, no snow. They are good company, and wonderfully informative as they love the outdoors, and know lots about the flora and fauna - recently retired science teachers. So, I love going with them and am happy to accommodate their preferences.
By the way - I see you have gotten your official 46er designation and changed your handle: congratulations! I still have a couple of pictures of you and your friends and Jon on Whiteface last August. PM me if you would like me to mail them off to you. Ron