re: Do you bring your own gear on a charter?

So, i should have the office bill for 1,2 or 3 rod rentals up front even though i only had 2 on the boat because 1 couldn't make the trip. Some mornings i can lose 2 and only fish 1 guy.
Rental rods have been the norm at the lodge for 20 years and rarely does it cause problems. Many days if i only have one on the boat i don't charge, it's up to my discretion.
Numbers; it's my job to find fish and help you catch them whether it's hooking and handing the rod to you or coaching. Most of you wouldn't need any help or gear but you're not my typical clients.
Everyone i ask tells me they can cast and fish but that's pretty far from the truth most mornings.
I dealt with the same mindset when training dogs, >1% could handle a dog out of a wet paper bag but talked a good game.