Here's a tip... Tip your guide. Even if a waitress spilled my brew-I still oblige and tip. My guide may not look as good as that waitress(especially Bob or JohnnyC)-but I appreciate his efforts, and tipping with money or whatever of value you trade-is appreciated. Much prep work is done to make a trip successful-ex. bait,tying leaders, quality equipment. I did guide when I was out of college and my goal was clients having a great experience-Pays off. Not that a guide is going to make your return trip good or bad based on -"Did this guy tip me last time-nope-fishing the frog water today". But, his efforts will probably increase knowing that you appreciated his work. How can a guide encourage tipping without ill effect? "I like Tips" hat.