First learn to cast at least 50 ft accurately.Not that you will be casting that far when fishing for reds but it makes it easier for shorter pinpoint cast to tailing reds.
Get you a few walder spoons ,a few crab pattern flies and some charlies in asst. colors for the reds.
Some clousers in asst. colors and a few shrimp immitations will get you into the trout.
The most important thing to have is the best pair of polarized shades that you can afford. They are a must when looking for reds to cast at.
If you will be fishing from a yak or small craft you need to learn to cast while sitting down. The easiest way i have found to do this is to set a lawn chair out in the yard and learn to cast from it.
If you make it a point to keep your elbow on the arm of the chair it can also help improve your casting.
Keeping you elbow on the arm of the chair keeps you from trying to use you shoulder and upper arm to cast.
When you land your first big red on a fly rod you WILL be hooked.
