Mel was just the best, such a passionate person, fun to be around and knowledgeable. Our group lucked out getting to hike the day after the first snow, but still in the sunshine and 50 plus degree weather, just absolutely incredible day! The hike was a great workout, but manageable. The photos I got were out of this world and going to the bathroom in a little toilet on the top of a mountain vista was a bonus! Great tour, well run, safe, and fun!