Ok, I just talked this over with Uncle Ben. As he stated the conditions on the traditional route that they took could improve, but unless we can confirm that, I don't suggest we take the whole group up that route. You can't really strap anyone in that deep sugar. Winches would be required.
The alternative route that they came back down on would be a better bet for the main group. Then we could continue up the main route, like most groups do. Which is typically accessed from York Gulch. We would then plan to return to Idaho Springs via York Gulch.
So if a few people (with winches) could head up early on either route and radio back that would be helpful. Otherwise I will take the main group up the alternative route and send a sub-group with winches up the traditional route.
I'm sure this sounds confusing to most people that are not familiar with the area, so here is a crude map to help. I will plan to be in the parking lot at 8:30 and also plan to air down low and not use chains to start with.