Well, not really. I think I have only opened the Pokémon Go app twice in the last two weeks. With all the crashes and hunting fails, it's all just become really frustrating to play. I've noticed that there are way less people on the streets. (which is good news since we probably won't have to worry about safety as much, but kinda sad that I don't get to meed strangers as easily.)
Do you still play? Are you excited for the new buddy system?
Of course you may. Today's Tutorial Tuesday is all about how I pack for a Pokémon
hunt. This game has basically consumed my life these days. So much so I need to have a sort of go bag for whenever a Pokémon comes into sight.
Here is my little pack all stuffed with the necessities. I am using a little field pouch from Mister's camera bag and the camera strap as the strap. It's a good little one with a lot of pockets while being expandable.
First and probably the most important is a battery pack. I mentioned that this is a battery drainer! Especially if me and the Mister are doing a hunt for a couple of hours, we really need to refuel on power. I've secured the cord with a hair clip and some hair ties. (If things get serious or it's just a little too hot, obvs.)
Next key things to bring? mosquito repellent. I haven't gotten a chance to pick up the Victoria's Secret perfume (honestly, I am waiting for the inevitable sale), so I am relying on my trusty Kids Herbal Armor. I am not the biggest fan of DEET as it makes me itch, so this stuff has been a lifesaver. Also included are the Honest Company hand sanitizer gel and Nivea Milk and Honey lip balm.
Lastly comes the snacks. Mister is a big fan of candy, specifically sour candy, so I got to pack one of those. I will take it out of the box since it is enclosed separately in a plastic bag inside. Then some classic Rice Krispies Treat and Nature Valley bars.
If it's a day hunt then I will add in my sunnies and sunblock. The sunblock are sample sizes, so they are perfect to touch up with. These two were included in my Sephora Sun Safety Kit (post here).
Add in my water bottle and I am ready to go. Of course my phone is already in hand, so no need to picture that in the bag. Lately there has been a problem with the step feature that show you how close certain Pokémons are, has that been happening to you? It's a little disappointing to since that's probably my favorite part about the game. I want to catch them all!
What's in my Pokemon Go Pack all listed out:
battery pack, cable, hair ties/clips, mosquito repellent, hand sanitizer gel, lip balm, candy/snacks, sunglasses, sunblock, water.
Of course you may! Have you been obsessed as I have? I don't know how long this obsession will continue, but I wanted to share some tips I have learned along the way. My little Stella May I blog is all about sharing!
1. Turn on Battery Saver! This game is a serious battery drainer. The app works with GPS instead of steps, so you need the app opened to be able to find the Pokémons. I could only play for maybe 2 hours (depends on the wifi) before completely draining my battery. There is a little saver-- the Battery Saver setting. Found in the settings (ha!), it was dim the screen but still track your distance and vibrate when you encounter a Pokémon.
Be sure to go back to turn it back on though, sometimes it unchecks itself!
2.
You don't have to just pick between Charmander, Squirtle, or Bulbasaur as you
first catch. If you want to be like Ash and have Pikachu as your first catch
then hold off on capturing one of the starters when you start. Just start to
wander and Pikachu should pop up!
3. Gyms
are places on the game where you battle rival teams, and they are often
real-life churches. Don't be surprised to see a lot more people hanging around
there. This game is very IRL social. At
gyms, you meet other gamers and you can very easily strike a conversation as
you are rooting for your team.
I finally claimed one yesterday! I don't have very high leveled Pokemons but I still managed to claim one! If I direct to the time, you can understand why I was able to. Yes me and Mister are still playing late into the night.
4.
This is still a freemium game, so while it is free to download, be careful
about what you buy. I just want to upgrade everyone! (That blue little shield means the Raticate is currently defending a gym.)
5.
Not only is Pokémon Go a social app, it is also a fitness app. I have walked
far more than most other days (well other than our one day DC trip). The first
day we clocked in at almost 5 miles! While you won't be hiking much (there's
not much stops and gyms there), you can just walk around the neighborhood in
circles and catch them all. Doing just this will really add to your daily
steps. The picture is the quad at school, and all those pink swirlies? They are lures other Pokémon gamers have set up. Me and Mister were basically making laps to hit all the stops.
6.
Not only do you have to walk to find new Pokémon, you also have to walk if you
want to hatch your collection of eggs on the game and hatch new Pokémon. As
many people have noted, the game helps you explore your surroundings and get
exercise without even realizing it.
Are you playing the game? Who do you want to catch?
