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Genchat 2014-02-28 NARA across the States

With my husband's great grandfather being born in East St Louis Illinois and my own great great grandfather born in America somewhere, I was interested in finding how other genealogists approached the NARA resources.

I had started to look at NARA but it was during the Government shutdown, so I "parked" it till later. And I found some of the information I needed on Thomas Aron Tiearney via Ancestry.com and Find My Past, anyway. Charles Adams is much more challenging.

Following the #genchat, I guess I was a little surprised that there wasn't more familiarity with either the physical or on-line resources. Especially considering the heavy on-line use of our Australian National Archives and the State Records resources, which I have listed on my Tumblr blog (& need to re-check the links!).

National Archives of Australia - includes Military Service Records - NAA ANZACS

ACT

Northern Territory

NSW

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

Western Australia

So the homework challenge following this #genchat ?

CHALLENGE: Identify one record set that might help you at NARA, learn how to access it and write it up. #genchat

Below are tweets that I highlighted from the #genchat on NARA resources

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 12:07pm via TweetCaster for Android

2 hours to #genchat discussing NARA Across the States, join us! 9pm central. #Genealogy

mdiane_rogersMar 01, 12:56pm via Twitter for Android

Friends of NARA Southeast #archives #genchatfriendsnas.org

ConfKeepMar 01, 2:00pm via TweetDeck

Here we go! #genchat "NARA: Across the States" starts now! #genealogy

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:01pm via tchat.io

Q1: How many of you follow NARA and all of its various branches? #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:04pm via tchat.io

Q1, con: Are you all aware that the various branches have twitter, facebook, individual websites and sometimes blogs? #genchat

Kerrie (@steelygenes) observation : it seems that some people have used a couple of States's NARA sites - but overall not a lot of following

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:04pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A1, con: Websites, yes - other stuff....not so much. :) #genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:04pm via tchat.io

A1 con: I was aware some of the branches have Twitter and web site. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:04pm via tchat.io

For those that live w/in driving distance - go. Tomorrow. (That includes me!) #genchat

PendlePostMar 01, 2:05pm via tchat.io

A1 I follow the main one on twitter @USNatArchives and just started following Preservations @archivespres #genchat

SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:05pm via TweetDeck

@ancestryjourney A1 follow @NARA_RecMgmt@NARAMediaLabs @archivespres@NARA_RecMgmt @NARAFRC @KCArchives@OurPresidents #genchat

mdiane_rogersMar 01, 2:15pm via TweetDeck

Q1 - here's a list of NARA Twitter acountsarchives.gov/social-media/t… #genchat

catekunziMar 01, 2:05pm via Web

@ancestryjourney A1con Yes! but I'm not following what I should/need. was looking forward to tonites #genchat for that reason :) great topic

huboutourvilleMar 01, 2:06pm via Twitter for iPhone

A1 I follow @USNatArchives on Twitter #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:07pm via tchat.io

Q2: How many of us have researched in person at a NARA facility? Raise of hands, please!#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:08pm via tchat.io

A2: Denver and Seattle (long, long time ago...)#genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:08pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Q2: practically lived at Denver once a week or more for 20 years! KC in person! National is on my bucket list. #genchat

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kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:08pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2: Yup, downtown DC. Saw some pension records with @tntfamhist and heard the squees! ;) #genchat

PendlePostMar 01, 2:08pm via tchat.io

A2 I've researched at NARA in Anchorage AK#genchat

DrGranmaMar 01, 2:09pm via tchat.io

Those who have been..... How did you prepare for the visit? #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:09pm via tchat.io

Q2, con: For those that have, what advice would you give to the first time visitor? #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:10pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@DrGranma Research catalogs online and put your list together before you go to maximize actual record review on site #genchat

mslaceylooMar 01, 2:10pm via Nurph

I wish there was a society for genealogists with disabilities. I have LOTS of accessibility questions. #genchat

SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:10pm via TweetDeck

@ancestryjourney Q2 attened workshops, didn't actually research #genchat

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ValsRootsMar 01, 2:10pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2 con: plan what to do before you go, check online see what specific things at that branch. If can't pre-plan, just go! #genchat

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confusethedeadMar 01, 2:10pm via tchat.io

q2 con. research plan... be ready to wait! have options, I had to wait for so long for just one thing.#genchat

RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:11pm via Twubs

A2 know as much about the record groups you need as possible. #genchat

PendlePostMar 01, 2:11pm via tchat.io

A2 cont. Look up the record collections you'd like to see on their website and make a list. Not all branches have the same thing. #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:12pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2 con: call ahead to make sure open. went out 1 day in Denver & was closed due to construction. Ugh! #genchat

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ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:12pm via tchat.io

They have a great #genealogy FAQ page on the site: archives.gov/research/genea… #genchat

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ValsRootsMar 01, 2:12pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2 con: call ahead to make sure open. went out 1 day in Denver & was closed due to construction. Ugh! #genchat

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RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:12pm via Twubs

A2 And my personal favorite: Check to make sure they are open/not under renovation B4 you plan your cross country road trip! #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:12pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

I requested records from NYC while they were prepping for their recent move, and after months they canceled my requests. :( #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:13pm via tchat.io

A3: Anybody planning on researching at the St.Louis branch for 2015 NGS Conference?#genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:14pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@catekunzi I would have been happy to have them sit and wait for the new location. Lesson learned - save copies of online requests!#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:16pm via tchat.io

A4: What record collection would you access first in a branch location? #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:16pm via tchat.io

A4, con: And HOW do you determine what each site has? #genchat

lamacki88Mar 01, 2:16pm via Twitter for iPhone

It's good to know what records you are seeking and call ahead to the branch in StL if you can so they can have recs ready for you #genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:16pm via tchat.io

A4: Gee, I don't know. Something that would help w/ my "brick wall" ancestors #genchat

DrGranmaMar 01, 2:17pm via tchat.io

Do all of them pull ahead of time if you call?#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:17pm via tchat.io

I like the statement on the website: think of possible ways your ancestor interacted w/ Fed Gov. Then seek those records. #genchat

PendlePostMar 01, 2:18pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4 Even tho I've been to NARA, I've not used it for genealogy. Just archaeology related research#genchat

larrytom2Mar 01, 2:18pm via tchat.io

A4 what to access first would depend on what I'm researching and what they have should be discoverable on the website. #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:18pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: I'd also get some censuses that I need a better copy and have it 11 x 17 - can't do that on Ancestry! #genchat

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SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:18pm via tchat.io

KS City's site: archives.gov/kansas-city/pu…#genchat

geneapleauMar 01, 2:18pm via tchat.io

A4: I do have some notes about NYC NARA. Gotta see what they have #genchat

RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:18pm via Twubs

Boston was naturalization. Philly will be Federal Court District records. DC will be Mexican War#genchat

DrGranmaMar 01, 2:18pm via tchat.io

I like idea of looking for documents that help with Brick Walls #genchat

lamacki88Mar 01, 2:20pm via Twitter for iPhone

The research room in StL is nice but not terribly big. Can fill up fast. Definitely plan ahead here for a smoother experience. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:20pm via tchat.io

NARA does have some material online:archives.gov/research/genea… #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:22pm via tchat.io

Q5: What success have you had at NARA, either on site or by ordering material? Can you share with us re: process? #genchat

SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:22pm via TweetDeck

. @ancestryjourney some of KCs records need 1 day notice, they are stored offsite in their cave facility #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:24pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A5: I used the online catalog to locate naturalization records on microfilm, and then located microfilm room on site. #genchat

SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:24pm via TweetDeck

.@ancestryjourney Social Media allowed me to connect with a DC Archives volunteer who pulled Civil War pension file for me FREE! #genchat

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ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:24pm via tchat.io

A5: Years ago, received pension files for both GGgrandpa and GGgrandma. Before cost went up... so much info, & still reviewing. #genchat

RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:24pm via Twubs

A5 I was able to get Mexican War pension through the online system when I didn't have all the details I needed. #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:24pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Q5: hard to answer in 140 characters! Great success, tenacity, know what's there, enum dist maps Chicago at the Denver branch! #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:25pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A5: Also note the record pull times for a facility, posted on site. And the actual locations of records. DC records may be in MD. #genchat

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RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:25pm via Twubs

A5. For Boston, I went with a print of the naturalization index card and index page from Ancestry #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:25pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A5: great success ordering online - super easy. teach my beginner class how to do. #genchat

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huboutourvilleMar 01, 2:25pm via Twitter for iPhone

A5 found valuable info in CW pension ordered online. Other were just a few pages. It's like a lottery, sometimes you get lucky #genchat

catekunziMar 01, 2:26pm via Web

A5: I've only been able to get civ war pension files thru the online request system-but 4 those who got assistance for FREE - YAY! #genchat

DrGranmaMar 01, 2:27pm via tchat.io

A5: So are materials dupliated in more than one center? Or does each have special collections?#genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:25pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A5: Also note the record pull times for a facility, posted on site. And the actual locations of records. DC records may be in MD. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:28pm via tchat.io

Q6: Are you familiar w/the branches? Do you know where they are? Who can name them all?#genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:28pm via tchat.io

I would guess census records & such are duplicated. Others may be local due to region#genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:29pm via tchat.io

A6: I can name some but not them all. Although I just looked on the web #genchat

KassieLNelsonMar 01, 2:31pm via tchat.io

@ValsRoots I couldn't get very far. Haven't dug into federal too terribly much. Need too but first re-evaluating what I have. #genchat

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DrGranmaMar 01, 2:31pm via tchat.io

Chicago site lists all of the sites and where they are located... so I guess others do the same#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:31pm via tchat.io

A6: Seattle, Chicago, Anchorage, Denver, Kansas City & St Louis, Boston, NYC, Phily, San Fran, Riverside, Fort Worth, Atlanta. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:34pm via tchat.io

Q6: So how do you know which branch has the material you are interested in? What do you do?#genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:34pm via tchat.io

A6: Go online to the branch that's closest to the area you're searching (I guess) Or try the closest one 1st #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:35pm via tchat.io

All the locations, including their various branches... archives.gov/locations/ #genchat

geneapleauMar 01, 2:35pm via tchat.io

A6: their site would list it, no? #genchat

KassieLNelsonMar 01, 2:35pm via Web

@ValsRoots Or rather I haven't looked for federal records that are not online. #genchat

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SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:35pm via TweetDeck

.@ancestryjourney website, finding aides#genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:35pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A6, con: Search online catalogs, contact archivists for questions/clarifications #genchat

SeekingSurnamesMar 01, 2:36pm via TweetDeck

.@ancestryjourney they have some beautiful publications on their resources if you catch them at a genealogy conference #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:36pm via tchat.io

Guide to Federal Records:archives.gov/research/guide… #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:37pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A6: Also the Guide to Research at the National Archives and the Branches (not sure if that's still in print or digital) #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:37pm via tchat.io

Q7: How many have attended a workshop or class at a NARA facility? #genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:38pm via tchat.io

Yep they have workshops. Don't think I've been to one. What was the huge one in KS City? #genchat

geneapleauMar 01, 2:38pm via tchat.io

A7: want to; keep forgetting to look! That/'s why I need to follow on twitter #genchat

jbron1jonesMar 01, 2:38pm via Twubs

A7. Nope, but that might be a good idea. #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:38pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A7: Attended the genealogy fair in DC a couple years ago #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:39pm via tchat.io

A7: Went to three workshops in Denver two years ago. On my list again for 2014. Great info! Learned a lot. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:39pm via tchat.io

A7: and managed to stump the presenter at one of them! Hahaha! #genchat

RoreyCathcartMar 01, 2:41pm via Twubs

A7 would love to but time/distance is an issue.#genchat

KassieLNelsonMar 01, 2:40pm via tchat.io

KC is about 3 hours from me. Thinking roadtrip?#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:41pm via tchat.io

Their workshops nationally can be found here, though not always 100% current:archives.gov/research/genea… #genchat

apmcghieMar 01, 2:41pm via Twitter for iPhone

#genchat I used to attend a lot of programs at NARA in DC, but they don't have many genealogy programs any more.

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:42pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@apmcghie Lots of gov't budget foo recently had led to cancellation of stuff that used to happen. :(#genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:42pm via tchat.io

@KassieLNelson OH I KNOW! I went to Midwest Gen Center & it's is SO HUGE!! Didn't know where to start. #genchat

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ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:42pm via TweetDeck

Last year they hosted an amazing #genealogyfair: videos online: archives.gov/dc-metro/know-…#genchat

awardeandcoMar 01, 2:43pm via Web

of NARA, I got the Nat. Archives's Genealogy Toolkit: Researching at NARA book for xmas!myarchivesstore.org/genealogy-tool… … I need to go! #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:44pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

RT @ancestryjourney @ValsRoots I haven't either, and just checked for it this week. Nothing online. #genchat - maybe we should contact them?

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ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:45pm via tchat.io

The workshop list... you have to keep checking it. Also, some of the branches put events on their FB pages instead. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:45pm via tchat.io

That's why it pays to follow your nearest branch on social media! #genchat

mdiane_rogersMar 01, 2:46pm via TweetDeck

A7 On-site timing always awkward for me but looks as if some regional NARA sites offer remote talks etc. for groups #genealogy #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:46pm via tchat.io

They also have a great YouTube channel:youtube.com/playlist?list=… #genchat

lamacki88Mar 01, 2:47pm via Twitter for iPhone

#genchat StL uses its FB page to announce events. Also StL often called Natl Personnel Records Ctr (NPRC)

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:47pm via tchat.io

Q8: Have you thought to search for ethnic records at NARA? #genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:48pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A8: Naturalization is the closest I get to "ethnic"#genchat

geneapleauMar 01, 2:47pm via tchat.io

A8: other than immigration? #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:48pm via tchat.io

Their ethnic collection includes Japanese American, Chinese American, Native American... remember, anything related to Fed Gov! #genchat

confusethedeadMar 01, 2:48pm via tchat.io

BONUS... I already subscribe to NARA on You Tube.. forgot.. I listen to so many #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:51pm via tchat.io

Example: arrival lists are arranged by port of entry and date of arrival. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:51pm via tchat.io

Understand how the records you are pursuing are organized for better results. #genchat

MelTafaroMar 01, 2:51pm via Twitter for iPad

@ancestryjourney do all the branches have the same nat'l records & can u borrow between branches? #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:52pm via tchat.io

Once you understand how your data collection was built, it becomes much easier to find what you are seeking. #genchat

SparrowBeth73Mar 01, 2:53pm via tchat.io

@ancestryjourney REady? We did it already, just follow our branch & bookmark the site, right?#genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:54pm via tchat.io

CHALLENGE: Identify one record set that might help you at NARA, learn how to access it and write it up. #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:54pm via tchat.io

Don't have to actually order the records, but pretend that you someday will. Get it all ready for yourself. #genchat

ValsRootsMar 01, 2:55pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

<--- my record set to learn is NARA YouTubing as my homework. Would that qualify? #genchat

mdiane_rogersMar 01, 2:55pm via TweetDeck

Anyone with a WW I war bride to USA? #genchat12 Resources for Researching WWI Overseas Marriages by Kathleen Brandtarchives.com/experts/brandt…

nelleFamTreeMar 01, 2:57pm via Nurph

Thanks all for the info. Haven't done anything with NARA as of yet *hangs head in shame; Will have to change that! #genchat

DrGranmaMar 01, 2:55pm via tchat.io

Great session. Thanks to you well-informed folks for all your sharing!! #genchat

ancestryjourneyMar 01, 2:55pm via tchat.io

Next #genchat: Mar 14: Early Census Years#genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:57pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Post link to @ancestryjourney on social media RT @DrGranma WHERE do you turn in homework?#genchat

kmjordan73Mar 01, 2:58pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

I think it might be time to go re-request the NYC NARA records I asked for over a year ago!#genchat

geneapleauMar 01, 2:58pm via tchat.io

@DrGranma if u don't blog, you can comment in response to @ancestryjourney 's blog post by next #genchat

#genchat #records #genealogy americas #genealogy blog posts

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Genchat Feb 14 2014 - Tech Tools for Genealogy

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 7:44am via TweetDeck

#genchat tonight! Let's talk about technology as a tool for #genealogy! 9pm centralpic.twitter.com/G1Ct56IgN3

#genchat CHALLENGE: the Ultimate Gen

ealogy Tech Tool of the Future!

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ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:01pm via TweetDeck

Q1: For those who were at RT, did you find an amazing new tech tool you want to share?#genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:04pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A1: I attended Randy Whited's Advanced Metadata lab and learned some new tools #RootsTech#genchat

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:02pm via tchat.io

A1: I learned about Google Glass....oooo - geeky!#genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:05pm via Web

#genchat A1: did not find an amazing new tech tool to use, but saw several potential ones. Got better at Flipboard (not a genie tool)

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:05pm via tchat.io

A1 learned about yippy.com from @DJoshuaTaylor #genchat

AncestorQuestFeb 15, 2:06pm via Twubs

RT @DrGranma A1: I learned that I can virtually attend some session even if I wasn't there.#genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:09pm via Twubs

A1: I like Flipboard too. Have subscribed a to a few genealogy things on there. #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:08pm via TweetDeck

Q2: What tech have you learned BECAUSE of#genealogy? #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:08pm via Web

@ancestryjourney thanks, I figured out the best way to get Flipboard consistent and all the pix showing - took 4 hours extra #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:09pm via tchat.io

I am learning more about Evernote because of genealogy #genchat

jbron1jonesFeb 15, 2:10pm via Twubs

A2 Yes, twitter and Evernote #genchat

mdiane_rogersFeb 15, 2:10pm via Web

A2 Cloud storage - wouldn't need it if I didn't have all this #genealogy #stuff #genchat

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:11pm via tchat.io

A2: Google groups are another tech item I started on because of #genealogy #genchat

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:12pm via tchat.io

A2 Mobile scanning apps and Evernote. Use them all the time now! #genchat

mslaceylooFeb 15, 2:12pm via TweetDeck

A2: FEEDLY! I don't know what I did without it...yes I do, I didn't read blogs! #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:12pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Me too! RT @DrGranma I am learning more aboutEvernote because of genealogy #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:12pm via Web

#genchat A2: tech learned because of genealogy - mobile apps on iOS and Android, Evernote, Camscanner, Dropbox, Feedly, Flipboard Pinterest

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:13pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2: Google Communities for GenProofStudy#genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:13pm via Web

@AncestorQuest #genchat Flipboard is online web magazine - see my Randy at RootsTech mag (couldn't resist plug!) atgeneamusings.com/2014/02/randy-…

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:13pm via HootSuite

A2. I've learned how to better contribute to Wikitree projects since doing more tech in genealogy#genchat

AnnepastsFeb 15, 2:13pm via tchat.io

A2: I have learned @ScrivenerApp and Scapple to help with writing about my family - love them#genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:13pm via TweetDeck

A2: photoshop, A/V equipment, projectors...#genchat

GenealogyCircleFeb 15, 2:13pm via Twubs

Absolutely! @Ghyxion: Q2 The biggest advantage is that genea research has made me get out of my comfort zone / rut and try new tech #genchat

AnnepastsFeb 15, 2:15pm via tchat.io

A2: Learned to record with my ipod. And Audacity to edit audio recordings. #genchat

GenealogyCircleFeb 15, 2:17pm via Twubs

A2: I forgot Rebel Mouse, Feedly #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:14pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A2: I've learned to create WordPress websites for genealogical societies #genchat

AncestorQuestFeb 15, 2:23pm via Twubs

A2 Forgot Scrivener & Dropbox use both outside of #genealogy #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:14pm via TweetDeck

Q3: Do you feel that you would use any of these without #genealogy? #genchat

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:15pm via tchat.io

A3 maybe Evernote, a little. #genchat

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:16pm via HootSuite

A3. I wouldn't have got as organised with Google Plus and Wikitree and integrating Tumblr without#genchat

PendlePostFeb 15, 2:16pm via tchat.io

Absolutely. I also use Google Keep RT @leprchaunrabbit: @ancestryjourney A3 Evernote is good for errand lists, appt reminders, etc#genchat

GenealogyCircleFeb 15, 2:16pm via Twubs

A3: No . . . Flip Pal, Evernote, #genchat

SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:16pm via tchat.io

I was using email and internet before #genealogybut that's about it since I got into genie early#genchat

AnnepastsFeb 15, 2:17pm via tchat.io

A3: NO. Wouldn't have the motivation to persevere with learning all that new stuff. #genchat

huboutourvilleFeb 15, 2:17pm via Twitter for iPhone

A3 -- not as many tools, that's for sure! #genchat

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:17pm via tchat.io

I agree! RT @DigiDeena: A3: I've always used technology, but for genealogy I use it in different ways #genchat

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GenealogyCircleFeb 15, 2:17pm via Twubs

A3: Because of genealogy I'm ahead of my kids on lots of tech! #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:18pm via TweetDeck

Q3, con: If you had to pick 1 tech item you use for#genealogy and carry it w/you in life, what would it be? Why? #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:18pm via Web

#genchat A3: sure, and used them for many facets of genealogy that I never dreamed of 5 years ago. Still looking for killer story/photo app

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:18pm via tchat.io

A3 along these lines, I love what genealogy has done for my tech skill set #genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:18pm via Twubs

A3: Yeah, I've always used technology, being Gen Y & all, but I wouldn't be using it the way I do now.#genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:19pm via TweetDeck

@DrGranma RebelMouse is a platform that allows you to share from several social media sites at one time:rebelmouse.com/ancestryjourne… #genchat

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jbron1jonesFeb 15, 2:19pm via Twubs

A3. I would for sure use Pinterest and clearly need to use Evernote more. #genchat

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:20pm via tchat.io

Yeah, this! RT @kmjordan73: A3, con: Smart phone, loaded with everything I can think of!#genchat

ValsRootsFeb 15, 2:21pm via Tweet Button

A3 con: Flipal because I don't have to wait for mail I can go to them get photos instantly! I love my Flipal for family reunions! #genchat

confusethedeadFeb 15, 2:20pm via tchat.io

a3. #genealogy scanner but more importantly#iphone #genchat

huboutourvilleFeb 15, 2:21pm via Twitter for iPhone

A3 cont I would say Evernote #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:21pm via Web

#genchat Q3con: Probably Dropbox, which is useful outside of genealogy for backup and access to files.

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:21pm via tchat.io

Q3 con: my ipad. Has my scanner app, Evernote, email, family trees everything in one place!#genchat

betsympls612Feb 15, 2:22pm via Tweetbot for Mac

A2: Oh! Oh! Oh! Thanks to everyone on here - I am mastering #evernote too! #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:22pm via Twubs

A3 con: Software - blogging (I love that it documents research & stories) Hardware - Scanner (Preserving images & Sharing) #genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:21pm via Twubs

A3 con: I honestly do not know! That's a hard one. Probably my phone I guess? Got everything on it...#genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:23pm via Twubs

@ancestryjourney I don't like pencils, lol.#genchat

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:23pm via tchat.io

That is so analog of you! RT @ancestryjourney: A3, con: I think I would have to go with a pencil. I can do anything with a pencil. #genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:25pm via Twubs

@confusethedead I will happily use a pacer, just not a pencil please. :) #genchat

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:26pm via HootSuite

A3. Genealogy tool to carry for life - would be @feedly #genchat #gentech

PendlePostFeb 15, 2:26pm via tchat.io

I use OneNote more than Evernote for genealogy RT @ancestryjourney: @nelleFamTree I actually use OneNote religiously... #genchat

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:25pm via Twubs

@confusethedead I will happily use a pacer, just not a pencil please. :) #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:27pm via TweetDeck

Q4: Do you think that the #genealogy world is overloaded with tech? Do we have too much to do the research effectively? #genchat

nelleFamTreeFeb 15, 2:28pm via tchat.io

A4: I've used very little. At times would like to learn more, but a bit overwhelmed and don't even know where to start #genchat

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:28pm via tchat.io

A4: However, not all tech is for everyone - pick and choose the tech that works for YOUR #genealogy(or whatever your purpose) #genchat

SeekingSurnamesFeb 15, 2:28pm via TweetDeck

Q4: No. As with anything you need to manage it. No need to have all the bells and whistles, just the ones that work for you. #genchat

mamafoxFeb 15, 2:28pm via TweetDeck

A4 absolutely not. Everyone has different needs and skills #genchat

betsympls612Feb 15, 2:28pm via Tweetbot for Mac

A3 (cont’d) - I would have to say #evernote. It is so multifunctional and allows you to do so many different things. #genchat #ad

caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:28pm via Twubs

A4: I don't think so. #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:28pm via tchat.io

A4: I think of the things I could not find from home w/o Tech. My grandparents parents from Romania #genchat

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:28pm via tchat.io

Q4: No, but if you try to rely on technology to do all of your genealogy for you ... you will be overloaded!! #genchat

CarolinaGirlGenFeb 15, 2:28pm via tchat.io

A:4 No there is something for everyone. Just need to make sure we are spending time researching and not just playing with the tech! #genchat

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GenealogyCircleFeb 15, 2:28pm via Twubs

I agree @Bevno59 Q4 NO way! We choose what tech fits us and use that #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:29pm via Twubs

A4: Plus, I think we all gravitate toward the tools that feel the most comfortable. Which helps cull the tech herd. #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:29pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There are too many disparate repositories to store all our stuff: photos, documents, texts, lists, etc. #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:29pm via Web

#genchat A4: Not for me, I pick and choose tech I want to use. Bring it on. For 95% of genies, they are overwhelmed and confused.

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confusethedeadFeb 15, 2:29pm via tchat.io

A4. NO WAY..#rhodeisland#lostinthedocumenttrail they are not online much.. LOVE other places and info I can find online#genealogy #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:29pm via Twubs

A4: Plus, I think we all gravitate toward the tools that feel the most comfortable. Which helps cull the tech herd. #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:29pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There are too many disparate repositories to store all our stuff: photos, documents, texts, lists, etc. #genchat

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rjseaverFeb 15, 2:29pm via Web

#genchat A4: Not for me, I pick and choose tech I want to use. Bring it on. For 95% of genies, they are overwhelmed and confused.

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confusethedeadFeb 15, 2:29pm via tchat.io

A4. NO WAY..#rhodeisland#lostinthedocumenttrail they are not online much.. LOVE other places and info I can find online#genealogy #genchat

AncestorQuestFeb 15, 2:29pm via Twubs

RT @Historiana A4: I worry

llawson3967Feb 15, 2:30pm via Web

@rjseaver I love new tech toys. Can't imagine getting that overwhelmed so as not to use them.#genchat

wychwoodnzFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Q4 no - the tech enhances the research experience. So far, at least! #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There is no single repository that can hold everything in all formats. This causes problems for many folks. #genchat

betsympls612Feb 15, 2:30pm via Tweetbot for Mac

A4: I don’t know if it’s TOO much but it’s hard to sift through what is good and useful and what isn’t so good and you should skip #genchat

llawson3967Feb 15, 2:30pm via Web

@rjseaver I love new tech toys. Can't imagine getting that overwhelmed so as not to use them.#genchat

wychwoodnzFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Q4 no - the tech enhances the research experience. So far, at least! #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There is no single repository that can hold everything in all formats. This causes problems for many folks. #genchat

betsympls612Feb 15, 2:30pm via Tweetbot for Mac

A4: I don’t know if it’s TOO much but it’s hard to sift through what is good and useful and what isn’t so good and you should skip #genchat

llawson3967Feb 15, 2:30pm via Web

@rjseaver I love new tech toys. Can't imagine getting that overwhelmed so as not to use them.#genchat

wychwoodnzFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

Q4 no - the tech enhances the research experience. So far, at least! #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:30pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There is no single repository that can hold everything in all formats. This causes problems for many folks. #genchat

betsympls612Feb 15, 2:30pm via Tweetbot for Mac

A4: I don’t know if it’s TOO much but it’s hard to sift through what is good and useful and what isn’t so good and you should skip #genchat

PendlePostFeb 15, 2:31pm via tchat.io

Agree RT @huboutourville: A4 I like the idea that we try new stuff and choose whatever suits our needs #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:31pm via Twubs

@mslaceyloo I admit I still rely on paper files as a back-up. And sometimes it's more convenient!#genchat

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:31pm via tchat.io

A4 what tech can never replace: a discerningmind! #genchat

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mslaceylooFeb 15, 2:31pm via TweetDeck

@GenealogyCircle I agree with you, Cindy. It's also difficult for me to carry heavy tablets, laptops,etc. @SeekingSurnames #genchat

AnnepastsFeb 15, 2:32pm via tchat.io

A4: It is important not to get distracted with tech for the sake of it. Make sure it is useful. #genchat

alhupartuFeb 15, 2:32pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: No, for those just starting out it is very helpful. I try not to be too dependent on tech and believing everything is online. #genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:33pm via TweetDeck

RT @rjseaver: @llawson3967 #genchat in mylocal society, 20% don't have email, 50% don't have smart phones, only 5% use internet every day

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:33pm via TweetDeck

. @rjseaver Do you think they want to learn, Randy, or intentionally avoid it all? #genchat

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:34pm via HootSuite

A4 No - technologies a llows you to achieve so much more when you are in Australia and your ancestors came from UK Ireland USA #genchat

llawson3967Feb 15, 2:34pm via Web

@alhupartu There is so much NOT on line. No false sense of security. You must go to the courthouses, historical societies and more#genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:35pm via Web

@ancestryjourney #genchat some want to learn, but learning curve is steep. Need basic genealogy concepts, then software, then databases etc

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caitieamandaFeb 15, 2:35pm via Twubs

RT @SteelyGenes A4 No - technologies allow you to achieve so much more when you are in Australia and your ancestors came from UK..#genchat

SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:35pm via tchat.io

There is A LOT NOT online, especially in smaller towns & states. Still must use phone & snail mail occasionally. #genchat

mamafoxFeb 15, 2:35pm via TweetDeck

I can't afford to travel to get to the courthouses and places that have some of the records I need so for now online is it for me #genchat

ValsRootsFeb 15, 2:36pm via Tweet Button

.@mamafox - that's when an envelope and stamp comes in handy! gotten many records for even the cost of a 10 cent copy! #genchat

wychwoodnzFeb 15, 2:36pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

And thanks to tech it's easier to find out what else might be out there RT @llawson3967 There is so much NOT on line. #genchat

mslaceylooFeb 15, 2:36pm via TweetDeck

@mamafox That's one of the reasons why I've developed friendships w/people all over. I have people that would get what I need #genchat

famberrytreeFeb 15, 2:36pm via Twitter for iPhone

A4: Tech can be overwhelming for some, thats why it needs to be simple and not try to do too many things. #genchat

mamafoxFeb 15, 2:36pm via TweetDeck

We're blessed to have some very tech savvy genealogist in our society #genchat

geneapleauFeb 15, 2:37pm via tchat.io

A4, con: maybe not wrong' but undeveloped#genchat

leprchaunrabbitFeb 15, 2:37pm via tchat.io

A4 Not necessarily; it's preference and demand/needs #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:37pm via Twubs

Fun society factoid: We had a member who got mad at us for sending out e-mails after Wednesday - she only checks them on Wednesday! #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:37pm via TweetDeck

Q4, con: So if we don't have too much tech, do we have the wrong tech? #genchat #genealogy

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mamafoxFeb 15, 2:37pm via TweetDeck

@mslaceyloo I'm too uncomfortable to ask those kinds of favors #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:38pm via tchat.io

Q4: Important point!!! Evaluating the quality of the tech for doing the job you need done. #genchat

ValsRootsFeb 15, 2:38pm via Tweet Button

A4 con: If you let the tech get in the way of doing *the* research and attaining the goal of getting an original record #genchat

SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:39pm via tchat.io

A4 cont: I think we may have a few too much social media. I refuse to join Pinterest becuz don't want it sucking away more time #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:39pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

A4: There is no silver bullet with tech. There are always pros, cons, and opportunity costs.#genchat

mslaceylooFeb 15, 2:39pm via TweetDeck

Q4: I worry sometimes if we're trying to reinvent the wheel by having too much of the same. Make it worth my hard earned $$$ #genchat

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HistorianaFeb 15, 2:39pm via Twubs

A4 con: No. I think tech for #genealogy is developing along a good pace. But it is a work in progress. #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:40pm via tchat.io

Q4: much like in Teaching with tec.- the tech should serve the learning; techology is one of mant tools & must serve the genealogy. #genchat

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:40pm via tchat.io

A4, con: Sometimes - we are always looking for BETTER tech - but it keeps the tech folks employed (Thank you!) #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:42pm via tchat.io

Q$: I wonder what you all are finding the best back up... cloud?, where else? #genchat

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:42pm via TweetDeck

Q4, con: If you could change 1 tech tool that you use... how would you change it and why?#genchat #genealogy

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DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:42pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@rjseaver I know what you mean. I attend many daytime gen societies and am usually the youngest by 3 decades. #genchat

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SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:42pm via HootSuite

A4. It's good to have a few different tools in case one dies eg look at Delicious Posterous GoogleReader over past 3 years #genchat

leprchaunrabbitFeb 15, 2:43pm via tchat.io

A4 Give it voice recognition! #genchat

SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:43pm via tchat.io

A4 cont: Stitching images w/ FlipPal is ridiculously slow. Somehow make that better, faster & not have to delete images to do it #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:43pm via Web

#genchat the tech lets me do routine things faster - email, blogreader, dropbox, camera, icloud, etc. so I can do more research work.

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:43pm via tchat.io

A4, con: Have all the bug reports I've sent toAncestry.com fixed? #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:44pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@famberrytree A better way to cite sources and organize evidence into conclusions #genchat

geneapleau: A4, con : have FlipPal scan in TIFF #genchat2:44pm, Feb 15 from tchat.io

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:44pm via TweetDeck

I want a tree program that allows me to input anything - not just direct lines. I want social history recorded. #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:44pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@DrGranma Cloud is great backup, but if you have lots of data it can be expensive or slow#genchat

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geneapleauFeb 15, 2:44pm via tchat.io

A4, con : have FlipPal scan in TIFF #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 2:44pm via Web

@famberrytree sync with my software...I add all info to RootsMagic and don't want to upload GEDCOM every time I change something#genchat

TrippinORootsFeb 15, 2:45pm via tchat.io

Have you looked at Evidentia RT @DigiDeena: @famberrytree A better way to cite sources and organize evidence into conclusions #genchat

ancestryjourney: @geneapleau Woah. You just blew my mind. It doesn't to TIFF? So not getting one now. #genchat2:45pm, Feb 15 from TweetDeck

GhyxionFeb 15, 2:45pm via tchat.io

At least let us choose RT @geneapleau: A4, con : have FlipPal scan in TIFF #genchat

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SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:45pm via tchat.io

@geneapleau Or be able to choose format in FlipPal #genchat

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:45pm via Twubs

A4 con: BUGS! I get so frustrated by programs I have used for years that never address some bugs that never get fully resolved. #genchat

geneapleau: A4, con : have FlipPal scan inTIFF #genchat2:44pm, Feb 15 from tchat.io

ancestryjourney: @geneapleau Woah. You just blew my mind. It doesn't to TIFF? So not getting one now. #genchat2:45pm, Feb 15 from TweetDeck

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:46pm via TweetDeck

@WikiTreers Right, but I need it offline, too.#genchat

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WikiTreersFeb 15, 2:46pm via Web

@ancestryjourney #genchat It's not software, it's online but WikiTree encourages social history. We have projects dedicated to it!

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:47pm via TweetDeck

I want it all in 1 package. Combine the best of fam tree programs with excel, photoshop, word, OneNote and more all mixed in #genchat

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:47pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@ancestryjourney @geneapleau FlipPal scans at 600dpi JPG #genchat

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DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:47pm via tchat.io

@confusethedead me,too. At IAJGS2013 lots of discussion of importance of social history.#genchat

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rjseaverFeb 15, 2:47pm via Web

#genchat software/app I really want? A mindreader so I don't have to waste time typing blog posts...scary that. Probably a year or two off

HistorianaFeb 15, 2:47pm via Twubs

A4 con: Oh yeah, and super fast scanners. And unlimited storage space. And free global wi-fi!#soundinglikedrevil #muwahaha #genchat

DigiDeena: @ancestryjourney@geneapleau FlipPal scans at 600dpi JPG#genchat2:47pm, Feb 15 from TweetChat powered by oneQube

GhyxionFeb 15, 2:47pm via tchat.io

@geneapleau I can convert them off-line but it would be nice if I could choose when I get ready for Flip-Pal #genchat

DigiDeena: @ancestryjourney@geneapleau FlipPal scans at 600dpi JPG#genchat2:47pm, Feb 15 from TweetChat powered by oneQube

ancestryjourney: @DigiDeena@geneapleau Sorry, gotta' have my TIFF. :(#genchat2:48pm, Feb 15 from TweetDeck

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:48pm via HootSuite

@WikiTreers #genchat I am a wikitree user but did find doing the project categories needed a bit of working out & I'm fairly techo literate

kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:48pm via tchat.io

@ancestryjourney Genealogy Office? #genchat

ancestryjourney: @DigiDeena@geneapleau Sorry, gotta' have my TIFF. :(#genchat2:48pm, Feb 15 from TweetDeck

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:48pm via TweetDeck

I want it to have a research log, research plan for road trips that syncs w/google maps so I can find a Starbucks... #genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:49pm via TweetDeck

I don't want to have to have 17 programs open when I'm at the courthouse. I want it all in one.#notaskingmuch #genchat

caitieamanda: @ancestryjourney What's the difference between TIFF & JPG anyway?#genchat2:49pm, Feb 15 from Twubs

SeekingSurnamesFeb 15, 2:49pm via TweetDeck

@rjseaver Evernote Speech to Text feature at least gets you out some of the typing. You need to format, but every little bit helps! #genchat

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kmjordan73Feb 15, 2:49pm via tchat.io

@caitieamanda JPG is a compressed, lossy format. TIFF is not. TIFF takes up more space, though. #genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 2:51pm via TweetDeck

Any of you ever heard @DJoshuaTaylor talk on research trips? He takes weeks to prep. Why can't I have that in my software? #genchat

DrGranmaFeb 15, 2:50pm via tchat.io

the size of the file... jpg is smaller. Tiff has more pixcels and is better for editing, resizing etc#genchat

SparrowBeth73: @kmjordan73 Yes & FlipPal only provides a 2GB card which u can't even fill completely UGG #genchat2:50pm, Feb 15 from tchat.io

DigiDeena: @ancestryjourney@geneapleau I scan all my archival photos at TIFF 1200dpi which produces ridiculously large files! #genchat2:51pm, Feb 15 from TweetChat powered by oneQube

SteelyGenes: @SparrowBeth73 #genchat I attended unlock the past in Sydney Australia yesterday - they said you can use a 32gb sd card in Flip Pal2:52pm, Feb 15 from HootSuite

kmjordan73: @SteelyGenes Yes - FlipPal can take larger cards than the 2GB that comes with it - backup the stitching SW on your computer! #genchat

Historiana: @DigiDeena Holy crap! 600dpi tif is archival quality, but I like as big as you can get. What scanner do you use? Somethingfast? #genchat2:53pm, Feb 15 from Twubs

SparrowBeth73Feb 15, 2:53pm via tchat.io

@ancestryjourney @SteelyGenes Good. I'll prob use an 8 GB but program won't work if you fill it too full #genchat

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 2:54pm via HootSuite

A4 @ancestryjourney #genchat we did 10000 mile trip to north tip of Australia last year and visited relatives - I used google maps and excel

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:54pm via TweetDeck

#genchat CHALLENGE! In 1000 words or less, describe the ULTIMATE #genealogy tech tool of the future. Blog it, share it. #loveit

DigiDeenaFeb 15, 2:55pm via TweetChat powered by oneQube

@Historiana I have a Kodak PS410 sheet-fed scanner that can do up to 45 photos per minute, but more like 10 when doing TIFF #genchat

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leprchaunrabbitFeb 15, 2:55pm via Tweet Button

CHALLENGE ANSWER: A phone app that does it all: type, cite, research, scan, blog, mindread with voice of @DJoshuaTaylor (Done!) #genchat

DigiDeena: @Historiana I have a Kodak PS410 sheet-fed scanner that can do up to 45photos per minute, but more like 10 when doing TIFF #genchat2:55pm, Feb 15 from TweetChat powered by oneQube

ConfKeepFeb 15, 2:59pm via TweetDeck

Friday night #genchat: Feb 28: NARA Across the States.... should be good! #genealogyconferencekeeper.net/genchat-2014.h…

ConfKeep: @ValsRoots Very welcome. Next lesson: hootsuite. #genchat2:59pm, Feb 15 from TweetDeck

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 3:00pm via HootSuite

@ConfKeep I love Hootsuite - been using it for 5 years - great tool #genchat

rjseaverFeb 15, 3:00pm via Web

is #genchat over already? that was fast. Whew. So i'll stay awake tonight thinking about what I want in Genea-Office program.

geneapleauFeb 15, 3:01pm via tchat.io

Can't wait to read the homework blog posts!#genchat

DigiDeena: I put a bunch of #RootsTechresources on my website athttp://t.co/qkmJ6tsRP0 #genchat3:01pm, Feb 15 from TweetChat powered by oneQube

SteelyGenesFeb 15, 3:03pm via HootSuite

@famberrytree Helen V Smith aka @HVSresearch will be there at WDYTYA - speaking on researching military history of ancestors #genchat

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famberrytree: If anyone is going to be at the WDYTYA? Live conference in London next week, come and say hi. #genchat3:01pm, Feb 15 from Twitter for iPhone

SteelyGenes: @famberrytree Helen V Smith aka @hvsresearch will be there at WDYTYA - speaking on researching military history of ancestors #genchat

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 3:28pm via TweetDeck

Tonight's #genchat challenge is LIVE!ancestralbreezes.blogspot.com/2014/02/gencha… #genealogy

WAGS_WAFeb 15, 5:37pm via Web

@geneabloggers kicking off on You use WHAT for genealogy @WAGS_WA & others looking forward to tips on use for unusual tools @statelibrarywa

ancestryjourneyFeb 15, 7:40pm via NetworkedBlogs

#genchat CHALLENGE: the Ultimate Genealogy Tech Tool of the Future! nblo.gs/TPiaf

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Unlock the Past at Parramatta Pt 2 - Chris Paton on Researching Irish and Scottish Ancestors - February 13 2014

I'd enjoyed the chance to meet the faces behind the names of some of my fellow Australian Geneabloggers at Unlock the Past Parramatta February 13 2014, and was lucky enough to win one of the Lucky Door Prizes too. My Hicks Family blog is one of the Almost 3000 Genealogy Blogs on Geneabloggers.

Well, if I thought that I was familiar with much of the content of Thomas MacEntee's presentations, it was quite a different story with Chris Paton's.

Above : Geneabloggers at Unlock the Past Parramatta RSL - source Helen V Smith (@HVSresearch)

I had long thought that there were only a few Scots, McKenzie's from the Isle of Skye, one American, and no Irish immigrants in my family trees. I'd actually visited Skye in August 1987 and found it rather bleak.

However, since commencing his genealogy research in 1997, my husband had uncovered that in fact I was descended from about 6 Scots and 2 Irish (including 1 convict) immigrants, to Australia.Still I tended to push the Scots Irish ancestry into a Researchers' Black Hole... I'd get around to looking at them one day ...

And when the mystery of some of Dad's relatives was solved, I found that it was ratcheting up to about 8 Scottish and 7 Irish (including 2 Irish convicts) immigrants from 1788-1860. The rest were English, convicts and assisted immigrants mostly, with one American. And on my husband's own side, there was at least another 4 Irish (including 1 convict) immigrants, plus an American of Irish descent who was resident in South Africa - again the rest were mostly English.

Far more Scottish and Irish in there than I had realised. So attending Chris Paton's presentations was a "no-brainer" really, although I was lucky that a relative, John McCosker, had already done a sterling job on some of our Irish - Scottish ancestors at the McCosker Family (Australia) on Tribal Pages.

so here are my notes ….

Chris Paton - Morning Session : Irish Records Online

The promo ?

"Despite the loss of Irish records, many still exist. And for those unable to make their way to Ireland to carry out research, the internet is finally coming to the rescue, as more and more material is coming online. "

Well it did seem complicated as Chris picked his way through .. including a few complications arising from the creation of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland remaining part of the UK in 1922. Then there was a difference in registration practices between Catholics and Protestants - Civil registration for non Catholics was done from 1845, but not until 1864 for Catholics. Apparently a lot of Irish Records for the Irish census of 1901 and 1911 were lost in a fire. My Irish immigrants were mostly Catholic, and had arrived from about 1819 to 1860. The work done by John McCosker at the McCosker Family (Australia) on Tribal Pages was looking even more impressive.

And further, many Irish records may be in Gaelic, although we already knew that as we'd recently visited one of my husband's cousins who'd married in Ireland etc etc. And she'd been most irate that her 1970's Irish marriage certificate is not actually acceptable for passport applications in Australia ! To get an Australian passport she had to do a formal name change, because of that Irish marriage certificate issue. Lesson - if you marry in Ireland never let your Australian passport lapse, before getting a new one !

Chris gave a catalogue of useful websites, which I won't list here, as they are found in the resources at www.sog.org.uk wdytya handouts under Learn. There are a lot of Irish Records at Ancestry.com and FindMyPast which I will have to investigate further, with my subscriptions, as well as look into FamilySearch Irish records. However some key sites include ..

www.proni.gov.uk

www.RootsIreland.ie

www.irishgenealogy.ie

www.Emeraldancestors.com

www.ireland-genealogy.com

www.glasnevintrust.ie/genealogy

www.belfastcity.gov.uk/burialrecords

www.Irishgraveyards.ie

www.kerrylaburials.ie

www.Discovereverafter.com

And there was agreement from the audience that www.Censusfinders.com was a very worthwhile site to check - as was Griffiths Valuations, LennonWylie, National Archives of Ireland and National Library of Ireland. Not to mention the Irish News Archive, British Newspapers Archive, Dublin Gazette and Belfast Gazette Archive, and the UK National Archives - some of the Irish newspapers may be on Ancestry.com. Plus some Irish Military records are apparently on Ancestry.com.

I also decided to order a book on Irish Ancestors from Unlock the Past, as they were out of stock at Parramatta, unfortunately. Some interesting challenges ahead, but at least I now have a basic mud map to work with.

During the lunch break I was video interviewed by Helen V Smith (@HVSresearch), as an Australian Geneablogger on my impressions of the morning presentations. While waiting for the interview, I chanced to speak with some Novocastrian Callcott family history enthusiasts. My mother's maiden name was Callcott, and my brother in law had in fact worked with Mary's husband Tom at the BHP Reseach Labs in the 1980's. Although we may not actually be related, nevetheless they seemed to have very thoroughly researched the various Australian Callcott branches, including my own Callcott line. I am descended from a convict Thomas Callcott transported in 1840, whom they dubbed Tom the Con, to distinguish him from the many other Thomas Callcotts who have lived in Australia. And they confirmed that Red Hair was a feature in many of the Callcott families in Australia. So after 20 years, finally the puzzle of my side of my daughter's red hair completed - my husband had many Red Haired relatives, but none were known in my family in the last century.

Immediately after the lunch break there was a brief introduction to the new Biographical Database of Australia. I had only recently joined and have been mostly happy with what I have been able to find so far. Just before lunch Rosemary Kopittke had also demonstrated the My Heritage Genealogy software, and also the Flip Pal Scanner, where she stitched together about 50 images to produce a high quality image of a detailed map. My Heritage covers 40 different languages so may be more useful for researching European ancestors compared with other software that is mostly English.

Chris Paton - Afternoon Session : Scottish Marriage Instantly Buckled for Life

The promo ?

“Suppose that young Jock and Jenny, say we two are husband and wife, the witnesses needn't be many, they're instantly buckled for life”. Until 1939 and 2006 there were many ways you could be legally married in Scotland that were not found elsewhere in the UK, thanks to the unique legal system north of the border based on Roman Law. If you cannot find a marriage on Scotlands People, this may help explain why. (Includes a dash of antenuptial fornication!) "

Chris' opening words "Marriage is different in Scotland" , summed up the situation concisely ... with " it's complicated " an apt descriptor.

Marriage could be done by a couple making a declaration - a minister or JP was not actually needed, nor were witnesses. However it was more sensible to have witnesses who could attest to the declaration having taken place.

Chris then went on to explain the various forms of Irregular Marriage in Scotland over nearly 500 years since 1560 until 2006. A lot seemed to be associated with the various divisions within and between the churches, Episcopalian, Presbyterian, Free Church, in Scotland over that period. More information at www.sog.org.uk wdytya handouts under Learn.

Again Chris catalogued many useful websites :

http://tinyurl.com/scotsmarriage

http://tinyurl.com/civilreg

www.scotlandspeoplehub.gov.uk

www.scotlandspeople.hub.gov.uk

www.nrscotland.gov.uk

www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk

Well at least a bit more of a mud map to further research my Scottish ancestors.

Chris also mentioned some of his blogs :

http://walkingineternityblogspot.com

www.pharostutors.com

www.scotlandsgreateststory.co.uk

Throughout the day there was plenty of time to check out the various exhibitors stands, which included ....

Society of Australian Genealogists

State Library of New South Wales

Findmypast

Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner

Gould Genealogy & History

Guild of One Name Studies

Inside History magazine

MyHeritage

Ryerson Index

Unlock the Past publications

Unlock the Past Cruises

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Unlock the Past at Parramatta Pt 1 - Thomas MacEntee'sTECH Stream - February 13 2014

Following on from an Unlock the Past themed cruise along Eastern Australia, a UTP Seminar "Thomas MacEntee (of Geneabloggers) and Chris Paton (British Genes) Down Under was held at Parramatta RSL.

There were a number of us present who are listed on Geneabloggers' Almost 3000 Genealogy Blogs, including mine : The Hicks Family Blog.

Above : Geneabloggers at Unlock the Past Parramatta RSL - source Helen V Smith (@HVSresearch)

A lot of what Thomas MacEntee presented on The Cloud and Tools was not really new to me, as I had been using these ideas for the last 5 years after being exposed to them at Knowledge Management conferences like the ACTKM annual conferences.

Initially I'd resisted all the hype on The Cloud around 2009, but as a then Quality Manager, I couldn't ignore its ramifications for Records Management. So I'd even blogged on Cloud & presented case studies on using "Tools" at a number of conferences (2010 - 2012) and seminars (see my Cloud blog posts 1 - 2 - 3 , my Tools preso & ACTKM 2012 preso). Likewise the concept of organising bookmarks/social bookmarking was not new to me, (viz I've long been a fan of William Jones' "Keeping Found Things Found").

However we can all use reminders of good practices. And I did pick up a few things - like the broken link checker and reminders to back up your data .... so here are my notes ....

Thomas MacEntee - Morning Session : The Genealogy Cloud - Which Online Storage Program is Right for You

Why did they call it The Cloud ? Because years ago the shape on flow charts for 3rd party off site data storage was a cloud.

The promo ?

"Genealogy cloud computing - Tired of keeping your genealogy research data on multiple CDs, DVDs, flash drives, hard drives and in different locations? Cloud computing – the practice of storing data on a remote server – is a practical solution for genealogists. Learn not only how cloud computing works, but also the latest cloud programs and how to keep your data secure and private."

Outline

Clouds in Genealogy? What is the Genealogy Cloud?

How the Cloud Works

Basic Cloud Computing Concepts

Cloud Programs for Genealogists - Some key examples of cloud application used in Genealogy : Google Drive -Drop Box - Evernote - Ancestry

Security and Privacy Issues - they do occur eg Dropbox had 7 hour period of no passwords needed so be careful - don't put data that risks identity theft or financial data - Google alerts: have your name set as an alert to monitor if something comes up

Genealogy Cloud Best Practices

- Read the terms of services and understand the limitations - max file size allowed - avoid multiple accounts with the same provider

- Have an exit strategy if the cloud provider stops providing service- ask about their frequency of backup - how do they handle file recovery

Glossary

Resource List - http:// bit.ly/gencloud - http:bit.ly/genfilehost -

Http:Bit.ly/genfilehost - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_file_hosting_services

Cloud Advantages

- Instant Backups - Multiple Devices synchronise (Ability to synchronise files is key to cloud) - Collaborate - free or low cost

Cloud Disadvantages

- Lack of access at times eg during bad weather so best to use a program that allows a local copy

- Be careful who you collaborate with as they can delete your data, even if unintentionally

- Can be use it or lose it eg Dropbox - if you don't use it for 6 months then you may find your data deleted / SkyDrive-OneDrive - 7 gb 90 day file expiration if you don't use it for 90 days you will lose your data - THIS WAS NEW TO ME & VERY VALUABLE TO KNOW !

- GoogleDrive- qualified free - do this by by tracking your content and look for keywords so they can give your advertise -will show 2 lots of changes -5 devices max ??- check terms of service - Google may use your content even after you stop using it - they can keep a copy of your content

- Not all Cloud apps allow unlimited synchronisation with an unlimited number of devices - check to be sure

- QandA : If in slow Internet area - you can turn off synchronisation and just synchronise every few days

POSTSCRIPT - I've just seen an Eastman Genealogy Blog Post on Ancestor Cloud for Genealogists in my Feedly RSS Feeds - looks interesting !

Thomas MacEntee - Afternoon Session : Building a Genealogy Research Toolbox - What is a Genealogy Research Toolbox ? Why would you set it up ??

Working smarter not harder ! We all are different researchers so not everyone will use exactly the same tools or toolbox.

The promo ?

Building a genealogy research toolbox - Are you overwhelmed with the number of online resources for genealogical research? Are you constantly working with unorganised bookmarks or favorites? Printing out lists of websites you use most? Learn how to build a research toolbox that is organised, easy-to-use, and can be accessed from almost anywhere.

Outline

Containers - research tools and content live inside "containers" eg Can have put bookmark - favourites inside Word document, Excel spreadsheet, on a Web or Blog page (you can have a private Blog , in Diigo Social Bookmarking site, a in Evernote, Google Drive, Dropbox, Wiki's

Contents - Lists in Word, Excel (information is sort-able in Excel but not Word), Web page or Wiki (good for collaborating), Bookmarks in Diigo or Web Browser, Notes in Evernote or OneNote, Web Clip pages into Evernote

Organizing Content - organise your bookmarks into folders and/or into social bookmarking sites like Diigo where you can tag each bookmark - toolboxes that allow you to label-tag things are great - organise your toolbars or create your own eg Toolbar Wibia create a customised toolbar which is good for societies

Accessing Content - local or virtual from the Cloud - nb people take usb sticks to research libraries and many forget to take the usb home - so you can put your toolbox on a blog or set it up as a wiki on pbworks wiki or Zoho wiki - or a document in Google Drive or Dropbox

Updating Content - what about links dying aka Zombie links - Linkvalet which is a link checker for your site

Glossary

Resource List - http://bit.ly/hdgtoolbox http://bit.ly/gentoolbox - Cyndi List links & calculators eg Cousin Calculators, go to your favourite sites and see what their favourite sites are - Google Books, Family Search Online Books

- QandA : on URL shorteners - bit.ly vs tiny.url - Gmail strips out tiny url but not bit.ly because of people using tiny url to spam

Key Tips

If using usb sticks in genealogy research library etc - identify it - eg word file or text file and call it "If Found"

Back up your Genealogy Data Regularly - I read Thomas MacEntee's blogs via Feedly RSS Feeds and every month there is a backup reminder.

Note from Kerrie Anne Christian (@SteelyGenes) :

I found it interesting that RSS Blog Feeds with RSS Readers (eg Feedly), Twitter and Google Plus were not included as tools for monitoring the Genealogy universe ? For me, these have been crucial items in my Toolbox over the last 5 or 6 years. However the presentation was more focused on - "Well, you've found some great info, so how do you make sure you don't lose it and that you can find it again!"

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