The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
Learn Fly Tying, Catch More Fish, and Explore Life in the Philippines Province!
Welcome! I’m Matt, a fly fishing guide and commercial fly tier with 25+ years of experience, now living in the Philippines. From Alaska to provincial rivers, I create hand-tied flies that catch fish—and show you how to tie and fish them too.
▶️ On this channel:
🔹 Fly tying tutorials for trout, bass, carp, and more
🔹 Fishing adventures in rivers, streams, and tropical waters
🔹 Gear tips, reviews, and DIY fly tying hacks
🔹 Life in the Philippines through an angler’s eyes
🎯 Who it’s for: Fly anglers and fly tiers looking to improve, expats and travelers curious about Philippine life, and DIY-minded anglers seeking gear hacks.
🪝 Why subscribe: Learn fly tying and fly fishing techniques, explore unique rivers and scenery, and join a community of anglers chasing fish and adventure.
🎣 Love fly tying, fly fishing, and life off the beaten path? Subscribe and hit the bell to join the adventure!
The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
🔥 New on the blog! 📝
I just shared some new fly tying inspiration over on Feathers & Fins. Lots of patterns, tips, and tricks that have been working for me—perfect for your next tying session. Would love to hear which one you’d try first!
🪶 Check out my blog, Feathers & Fins 👇 www.tfgflies.com/blog/feathers-and-fins
#FlyTying #FlyTyingJunkie #FlyFishingLife #FlyTyingTips #FlyFishing
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
🪶 Learn the best beginner fly — the one fly that catches fish just about anywhere! The Woolly Bugger is one of the most versatile flies you’ll ever fish. 🎣
▶️ Hit play and tie along: https://youtu.be/9e01IMN6s6s
#flyfishing #flytying #woollybugger #flytyingjunkie #flytyingforbeginners
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
🔥 Hot off the press!
Simple, durable, deadly — the Creek Bugger Trout Version works magic in Maryland🎣
Video and blog post linked below 👇
Read the new blog post here 👉 tfgflies.com/blog/feathers-and-fins/woolly-bugger-…
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
Got a pile of purple Egg-Sucking Bunny Leeches ready for the water 🎣
Two head colors so far: blood red and pale baby pink.
Which one would you throw first? Comment below 👇
🧵 Tying Recipe — tfgflies.com/b/purple-egg-sucking-bunny-leech-tyin…
#TroutStreamer #FlyTying #FlyTyingJunkie #Steelhead #EggSuckingLeech
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
New video 🎥
Recovering from an Achilles tendon tear while living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 I dive into my rehab journey and offer tips if you’re facing something similar. 💪
Watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/EGDMfvQsuuI
#AchillesRecovery #InjuryRecovery #LivingAbroad #PhilippinesLife #HealingProcess
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
New interview just dropped.🔥
I sat down with Voyage Ohio to talk life lessons, finding your path, and building something that actually matters.
👉 Read the full story here: voyageohio.com/interview/meet-matt-campbell-on-lif…
#VoyageOhio #FlyFishing #FlyTying #FollowYourPath #FlyFishingLife
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
🎸 Ready to rock? Watch the full speed demo and see this pattern come alive!🔥
👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/ZnOEB9yuf2I
#flytying #flyfishing #steelhead #flytyingtutorial #troutflies
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
🪶 Tie the Purple Egg Sucking Bunny Leech!
Learn how to tie this deadly streamer step‑by‑step! This fly has caught me many fish from Southeast Alaska to Ohio and I know it will work for you too. 💯
👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/zpp6z89k394
#FlyTying #StreamerPattern #BunnyLeech #TroutFlies #Steelhead
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
Here’s the real story about why my wife and I were in the Philippine province — no fluff, just the truth.
Watch the full video here 👇
https://youtu.be/ogwPkGVNHmU
#Philippines #PhilippineProvince #RealStories #ExpatsInPhilippines #LifeAbroad
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The Fly Guy-TFG Flies
Just in case you missed it…
I tested some budget trout fly boxes that actually get the job done.
Watch Trout Fly Box Rebuild Episode 4 here 👇 https://youtu.be/TQQJIqXfkiQ
#FlyFishing #TroutFlies #FlyBox #FlyTying #FlyTyingTips
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