I would say visit your local library. Orvis has a couple of good books out there. Get your hands on anything you can and read, read, read. Also, there is no substitute for practice. If you can get a friend or some one that already fly fishes to go with you and teach you the ropes, that is extremely helpful. If you have time, listen to some podcasts, visit youtube, ask questions here on OFF.
Good luck!
Oh, and it isn't the dark side. You are leaving that place and coming to a much better, place. This better place is commonly known as Heaven or Nirvana.
:lol:
-Spydey