{"product_id":"workaholic-weekday-program","title":"Workaholic Weekday Fly Fishing Program - Clackamas River","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFly Fishing for Busy Professionals - Weekday Clackamas River Program\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan't make weekend classes? We've got you covered. Our Workaholic Weekday Program is designed specifically for busy professionals who want to learn fly fishing without sacrificing their weekends. Combine comprehensive classroom instruction with an afternoon walk and wade session on the beautiful Clackamas River.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Program Works for You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the success of our popular \u003ca title=\"NWFFO Intro to Fly Fishing Class\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flyshopnw.com\/products\/intro-to-fly-fishing?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=53c16da84\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eIntro to Fly Fishing classes\u003c\/a\u003e and Spencer's \u003ca title=\"NWFFO Clack Attack Clackamas River Fishing Presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flyshopnw.com\/products\/clack-attack-fish-it-better?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Clack+Att\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eClack Attack Class\u003c\/a\u003e, this weekday program gives you the same comprehensive instruction on a schedule that fits your work life. 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