I posted this same question a few years ago with many and varied responses. So now, with a bit of "new blood" in membership, I'll ask it again. Do you, have you, will you.................guides? In my case, I have used guides (twice) and have since determined it's not for me. Since I work half a day every day , cost is NOT the issue with me ( it may be for you)( and it's NOT cheap).
I just prefer to beat the water to a froth using MY OWN skill and cunning , such as they are

Mark