I'm a guide here in Wyoming and have been for the last 3 years. I work my butt off for my hunters making sure they have a good time, and tag an animal they're proud of. $500 is the largest tip I've ever gotten. And it only happened once. From my point of view, I'm getting paid to hunt! I love the relationships that are formed in the field, and the memories that are taken away from them are priceless. I go in expecting nothing,(got that once too), but really do appreciate whatever I get. I count it as a privilege to be spending your week of vacation with you in pursuit of your trophy. In my opinion if someone is going to get all wrapped up in the tip and the amount, then I'm sorry but that guys heart really isn't into what he's doing.
I'm just a guy thankful for all the Lord has provided!