List of Club Resources
Our club has amassed a large collection of resources that can assist you in your family history work. Below is a list of categories and titles which may serve as a handy reference for members, as well as provide the potential member a sense of what is available with a membership.
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GENEALOGY BASICS
30 Free Genealogy Webinar Sites (2015)
AmericanAncestors.org
Ancestry.com - Tree Building Tips & Tricks
Arizona State Library Resources
Brick Walls - 14 Strategies for Hard-To-Find Ancestors
Brick Walls - Applying Cluster & Collateral Research Techniques
Brick Walls - Tricks for Breaking Through
BYU Webinar Library
Chart - Family Relationship
Chart - Fan
Chart - Pedigree
Checklist - Genealogy Records
Cluster Research - Example (Alford)
County Histories - Using as a Genealogy Resource
Error Example - History Corrected Incorrectly (Alford)
Error Example - Tall Tales & Fake News (Alford)
Error Proofing Your Tree wit Family Tree Analyzer
Errors - 1 Page Summary of Common Errors
Errors - Guide to Finding & Fixing Genealogy Errors
Errors - Sources of Genealogy Errors
Errors - Typical Genealogy Errors
Family Tree Magazine Webinars ($)
Family Tree Maker Tips & Tricks (TGC)
FamlyTreeWebinars.com
Forms - 3 Investigative Tools for Genealogy Research
Free Genealogy Webinars & Videos (TGC)
GEDCOM - Overview
Genealogical Proof Standard Overview
Genealogy Software - 10 Best for 2023
Genealogy Software - Exploring Program Choices (TGC)
Genealogy Software - Exploring Program Choices Part 2 (TGC)
Genealogy Software - Overview of 4 Programs
Genealogy Software - Which Allow Other Company's DNA (TGC)
Getting Started - Avoid These Beginner Errors
Getting Started - Basics of Genealogy
Getting Started - Evaluate a Source for Reliability (TGC)
Getting Started - Genealogy Mistakes to Avoid
Getting Started - Good, Better & Best Research Techniques
Getting Started - Guide #1 (TGC)
Getting Started - Guide #2 (TGC)
Getting Started - Intro to Genealogy Research
Getting Started - list of Records to Research
Getting Started - Piecing Together Your Family History
Getting Started - Researching Like a Professional (Handout)
Getting Started - Researching Like a Professional (Slides)
Getting Started - Tips (TGC)
Getting Started - Tips to a Healthy Family Tree
Getting Started Lessons Learned - Alford (2022)
Handwriting - Deciphering Techniques Early 20th Century
Log - Correspondence
Log - Research
Log - Research (Excel Template)
Maiden Names - 5 Research Tips
Organization - Color Coded Filing System
Organization Tool - 10 Ways to Use Spreadsheets for Genealogy
Organization Tool - Evernote Overview
Organization Tool - GoldieMay Research Assistant
Organizing Computer Files
Organizing Paper Files
Proof Argument Example #1
Proof Argument Example #1 Resources
Proof Argument Example #2
Proof Argument Example #3
Proof Argument Example #4
Relationships - Labeling Cousins
Research Plan - Methodology
Research Trip Guidelines
RhymeZone.com
RootsTech.org
Soundex - Overview
Sources - How to Analyze
Sources - Mamie's Love Letter
Sources - Resources
Surnames - Researching Origins
Timeline Chart - 2 Timelines
Timeline Chart - 3 Timelines
Timeline Chart - 6 Timelines
Timeline Example - Johannes Gruber
Timelines - 1 Page Summary
Timelines Overview (TGC)
West Valley Genealogical Society [website]
West Valley Genealogical Society Overview
Worksheet - Ancestor Research Summary
Worksheet - Family Record
YouTube.com - Genealogy Channels
YouTube.com - Genealogy Channels (2022)
AmericanAncestors.org
Ancestry.com - Tree Building Tips & Tricks
Arizona State Library Resources
Brick Walls - 14 Strategies for Hard-To-Find Ancestors
Brick Walls - Applying Cluster & Collateral Research Techniques
Brick Walls - Tricks for Breaking Through
BYU Webinar Library
Chart - Family Relationship
Chart - Fan
Chart - Pedigree
Checklist - Genealogy Records
Cluster Research - Example (Alford)
County Histories - Using as a Genealogy Resource
Error Example - History Corrected Incorrectly (Alford)
Error Example - Tall Tales & Fake News (Alford)
Error Proofing Your Tree wit Family Tree Analyzer
Errors - 1 Page Summary of Common Errors
Errors - Guide to Finding & Fixing Genealogy Errors
Errors - Sources of Genealogy Errors
Errors - Typical Genealogy Errors
Family Tree Magazine Webinars ($)
Family Tree Maker Tips & Tricks (TGC)
FamlyTreeWebinars.com
Forms - 3 Investigative Tools for Genealogy Research
Free Genealogy Webinars & Videos (TGC)
GEDCOM - Overview
Genealogical Proof Standard Overview
Genealogy Software - 10 Best for 2023
Genealogy Software - Exploring Program Choices (TGC)
Genealogy Software - Exploring Program Choices Part 2 (TGC)
Genealogy Software - Overview of 4 Programs
Genealogy Software - Which Allow Other Company's DNA (TGC)
Getting Started - Avoid These Beginner Errors
Getting Started - Basics of Genealogy
Getting Started - Evaluate a Source for Reliability (TGC)
Getting Started - Genealogy Mistakes to Avoid
Getting Started - Good, Better & Best Research Techniques
Getting Started - Guide #1 (TGC)
Getting Started - Guide #2 (TGC)
Getting Started - Intro to Genealogy Research
Getting Started - list of Records to Research
Getting Started - Piecing Together Your Family History
Getting Started - Researching Like a Professional (Handout)
Getting Started - Researching Like a Professional (Slides)
Getting Started - Tips (TGC)
Getting Started - Tips to a Healthy Family Tree
Getting Started Lessons Learned - Alford (2022)
Handwriting - Deciphering Techniques Early 20th Century
Log - Correspondence
Log - Research
Log - Research (Excel Template)
Maiden Names - 5 Research Tips
Organization - Color Coded Filing System
Organization Tool - 10 Ways to Use Spreadsheets for Genealogy
Organization Tool - Evernote Overview
Organization Tool - GoldieMay Research Assistant
Organizing Computer Files
Organizing Paper Files
Proof Argument Example #1
Proof Argument Example #1 Resources
Proof Argument Example #2
Proof Argument Example #3
Proof Argument Example #4
Relationships - Labeling Cousins
Research Plan - Methodology
Research Trip Guidelines
RhymeZone.com
RootsTech.org
Soundex - Overview
Sources - How to Analyze
Sources - Mamie's Love Letter
Sources - Resources
Surnames - Researching Origins
Timeline Chart - 2 Timelines
Timeline Chart - 3 Timelines
Timeline Chart - 6 Timelines
Timeline Example - Johannes Gruber
Timelines - 1 Page Summary
Timelines Overview (TGC)
West Valley Genealogical Society [website]
West Valley Genealogical Society Overview
Worksheet - Ancestor Research Summary
Worksheet - Family Record
YouTube.com - Genealogy Channels
YouTube.com - Genealogy Channels (2022)
RESEARCH BY RECORD TYPE
BillionGrave.com
Cemeteries - Creating/Editing a BillionGraves Memorial
Cemeteries - Creating/Editing a FindAGrave Memorial
Cemeteries - FindAGrave.com Overview
Cemeteries - Finding Records on BillionGraves.com
Cemeteries - Online Resources
Cemetery Record with Map & 3 Grave Stones
Cemetery Record with Map & 6 Grave Stones
Census - 2 Ways to Find the Lost in a Census (Video)
Census Aid 1790-1840 (Excel)
Census Comparion by Year 1790-1950
Census Form - 1790
Census Form - 1800
Census Form - 1810
Census Form - 1820
Census Form - 1830
Census Form - 1840
Census Form - 1850
Census Form - 1860
Census Form - 1870
Census Form - 1880
Census Form - 1890 Fragment
Census Form - 1890 Veterans Schedule
Census Form - 1900
Census Form - 1910
Census Form - 1920
Census Form - 1930
Census Form - 1940 pg 1
Census Form - 1940 pg 2
Census form - 1950
Census Records Research Guide
Civil War - Military Records Overview
Civil War - Strategies for Tracing Confederate Veterans
Civil War - Strategies for Tracing Union Veterans
Congregational Library & Archive
Family Bibles - 8 Steps for Using Family Bibles
FindAGrave.com
Fold3.com ($)
Immigration - Confirming Ancestral Origins
Immigration - Finding Your Ancestral Place of Origin
Immigration - History of US Immigration & Naturalization
Immigration - Online Records - Arrival after 1820
Immigration - Online Records - Arrival before 1820
Immigration - Online Resources
Immigration - Passenger List Resources
Immigration - Policy & Laws
Immigration - Research Methodology
Immigration - Terms Laws Bibliography & Websites
Immigration - Tracking Ancestors
Internment.net
Land Records - Bureau of Land Management Overview
Land Records - Research Guide
Maps - Atlas of Historical County Boundaries
Maps - Online Resources
Military Records - Research Guide
Newspapers - A Research Guide
Newspapers - Finding Newspapers on Google Books (video)
Newspapers - Finding Newspapers on Google Books
Newspapers - Resources
Published Genealogies - Online Resources
Published Genealogies - Online Resources Tips & Tricks
Record Types - Lesser Known Genealogy Records
Record Types - Personal Records Useful in Genealogy
Record Types - Where to Look
Record Types - Which Records Do I Search
Revolutionary War - Bounty Land Grants Overview
Revolutionary War - Military Records Overview
Revolutionary War - National Archives Records
Vital Records - Free State Websites
Vital Records - Research Guide
Wills & Probate Research Guide
Cemeteries - Creating/Editing a BillionGraves Memorial
Cemeteries - Creating/Editing a FindAGrave Memorial
Cemeteries - FindAGrave.com Overview
Cemeteries - Finding Records on BillionGraves.com
Cemeteries - Online Resources
Cemetery Record with Map & 3 Grave Stones
Cemetery Record with Map & 6 Grave Stones
Census - 2 Ways to Find the Lost in a Census (Video)
Census Aid 1790-1840 (Excel)
Census Comparion by Year 1790-1950
Census Form - 1790
Census Form - 1800
Census Form - 1810
Census Form - 1820
Census Form - 1830
Census Form - 1840
Census Form - 1850
Census Form - 1860
Census Form - 1870
Census Form - 1880
Census Form - 1890 Fragment
Census Form - 1890 Veterans Schedule
Census Form - 1900
Census Form - 1910
Census Form - 1920
Census Form - 1930
Census Form - 1940 pg 1
Census Form - 1940 pg 2
Census form - 1950
Census Records Research Guide
Civil War - Military Records Overview
Civil War - Strategies for Tracing Confederate Veterans
Civil War - Strategies for Tracing Union Veterans
Congregational Library & Archive
Family Bibles - 8 Steps for Using Family Bibles
FindAGrave.com
Fold3.com ($)
Immigration - Confirming Ancestral Origins
Immigration - Finding Your Ancestral Place of Origin
Immigration - History of US Immigration & Naturalization
Immigration - Online Records - Arrival after 1820
Immigration - Online Records - Arrival before 1820
Immigration - Online Resources
Immigration - Passenger List Resources
Immigration - Policy & Laws
Immigration - Research Methodology
Immigration - Terms Laws Bibliography & Websites
Immigration - Tracking Ancestors
Internment.net
Land Records - Bureau of Land Management Overview
Land Records - Research Guide
Maps - Atlas of Historical County Boundaries
Maps - Online Resources
Military Records - Research Guide
Newspapers - A Research Guide
Newspapers - Finding Newspapers on Google Books (video)
Newspapers - Finding Newspapers on Google Books
Newspapers - Resources
Published Genealogies - Online Resources
Published Genealogies - Online Resources Tips & Tricks
Record Types - Lesser Known Genealogy Records
Record Types - Personal Records Useful in Genealogy
Record Types - Where to Look
Record Types - Which Records Do I Search
Revolutionary War - Bounty Land Grants Overview
Revolutionary War - Military Records Overview
Revolutionary War - National Archives Records
Vital Records - Free State Websites
Vital Records - Research Guide
Wills & Probate Research Guide
RESEARCH BY LOCATION
Canada Research Guide
Catholic Registries In Ireland [website link]
England Research Overview
Foreign Research Guide
German Research Overview
German Research Tools (AmericanAncestors.org)
Illinois Research Guide
Indiana Research Guide
Iowa Research Guide
Ireland Research Guide
Ireland Research Overview
Kentucky Research Guide
Library & Archives of Canada
Library & Archives of Canada Parish Registers and Indexes
Michigan Research Guide
New York Research Guide
Ohio Research Guide
Pennsylvania Research Guide
Red Book: American State, County, & Town Sources [website link]
Scotland Research Overview
Translation Tool - DEEPL.com
Translation Tool - WordMine.info
Translation tool - WordReference.com
Translations - French Canadian Church Records
Video - Translations - I Don't Speak The Language
Virginia Research Guide
Catholic Registries In Ireland [website link]
England Research Overview
Foreign Research Guide
German Research Overview
German Research Tools (AmericanAncestors.org)
Illinois Research Guide
Indiana Research Guide
Iowa Research Guide
Ireland Research Guide
Ireland Research Overview
Kentucky Research Guide
Library & Archives of Canada
Library & Archives of Canada Parish Registers and Indexes
Michigan Research Guide
New York Research Guide
Ohio Research Guide
Pennsylvania Research Guide
Red Book: American State, County, & Town Sources [website link]
Scotland Research Overview
Translation Tool - DEEPL.com
Translation Tool - WordMine.info
Translation tool - WordReference.com
Translations - French Canadian Church Records
Video - Translations - I Don't Speak The Language
Virginia Research Guide
DNA
AncestryDNA - Grouping Matches
AncestryDNA - Genetic Communities (2017)
AncestryDNA - Linking Ancestry DNA Results to Ancestry Trees
AncestryDNA - Tools, Tips and Tricks (2017)
DNA - Cousin Tree with Genetic Kinship
DNA - Designation of DNA Beneficiary Agreement
DNA - Expanding Your Roots with Genetic Testing
DNA - Genetic Genealogy Acronyms
DNA - Genetic Genealogy DNA Rules
DNA - Informed Consent Agreement Form
DNA - Log for Matches
DNA - Online Resources & Videos (2019)
DNA - Shared cM Project Version 4.0
AncestryDNA - Genetic Communities (2017)
AncestryDNA - Linking Ancestry DNA Results to Ancestry Trees
AncestryDNA - Tools, Tips and Tricks (2017)
DNA - Cousin Tree with Genetic Kinship
DNA - Designation of DNA Beneficiary Agreement
DNA - Expanding Your Roots with Genetic Testing
DNA - Genetic Genealogy Acronyms
DNA - Genetic Genealogy DNA Rules
DNA - Informed Consent Agreement Form
DNA - Log for Matches
DNA - Online Resources & Videos (2019)
DNA - Shared cM Project Version 4.0
WRITING FAMILY HISTORY
25 Ways to Tell the Family Story
4 Types of Memoirs
Conversation with an Ancestor
Enhancing Family History with Cultural History
Guide - Basic Writing for Genealogy
Guide - Developing Ancestor Biographies
Guide - Writing Your Family History
History - Example - Impact of Current Events (Laughlin)
History - Example - Story of Mabel
Interview Questions - Prep Guide
Interviews - Make Anyone Want to Talk
Member Stories - Revolutionary War Up Close & Personal (Alford)
Member Stories - My Journey (O'Beirne)
Member Stories - Personal Travels Through Family History (Alford)
Member Stories - Personal Life-Changing Experience from DNA Information (Harrison)
Member Stories - Black Sheep & Family Angels (O'Beirne)
Member Stories - Family Burial Ground Renovation (Pendergast)
Member Stories - Historical Writing (Ammeson)
Member Stories - Mama Remembers MaMa (Alford)
Member Stories - Pearl: A Grandmother's Story (Loeb)
Member Stories - Reunited: The Eddinger Family Reunion (Bonagura)
Member Stories - The Story of Jabez Elwell (Fisch)
Member Stories - Thomas Patrick Archbold (Higgens)
Memoir Outline
Planning Your Memoir
SAR Application Instructions
SAR JROTC Recognition Program
SAR Overview
SAR Requirements for Membership
SAR Whats
Salem Witch Trials - List of Accused
Salem Witch Trials - References
Salem Witch Trials - Confession of Errors
Writing Vignettes & Legacy Letters Overview
4 Types of Memoirs
Conversation with an Ancestor
Enhancing Family History with Cultural History
Guide - Basic Writing for Genealogy
Guide - Developing Ancestor Biographies
Guide - Writing Your Family History
History - Example - Impact of Current Events (Laughlin)
History - Example - Story of Mabel
Interview Questions - Prep Guide
Interviews - Make Anyone Want to Talk
Member Stories - Revolutionary War Up Close & Personal (Alford)
Member Stories - My Journey (O'Beirne)
Member Stories - Personal Travels Through Family History (Alford)
Member Stories - Personal Life-Changing Experience from DNA Information (Harrison)
Member Stories - Black Sheep & Family Angels (O'Beirne)
Member Stories - Family Burial Ground Renovation (Pendergast)
Member Stories - Historical Writing (Ammeson)
Member Stories - Mama Remembers MaMa (Alford)
Member Stories - Pearl: A Grandmother's Story (Loeb)
Member Stories - Reunited: The Eddinger Family Reunion (Bonagura)
Member Stories - The Story of Jabez Elwell (Fisch)
Member Stories - Thomas Patrick Archbold (Higgens)
Memoir Outline
Planning Your Memoir
SAR Application Instructions
SAR JROTC Recognition Program
SAR Overview
SAR Requirements for Membership
SAR Whats
Salem Witch Trials - List of Accused
Salem Witch Trials - References
Salem Witch Trials - Confession of Errors
Writing Vignettes & Legacy Letters Overview
INTERNET RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGY
1 Page Genealogy Website Guide
AccessGenealogy.com
AmericanAncestors.org
AmericanAncestors Webinars
Ancestry Academy - Videos
Ancestry.com
Ancestry.com - Quick Guide
Ancestry.com Card Catalog - 5 Pro Tricks (Video)
Ancestry.com Tips & Tricks (TGC)
Artificial Intelligence in Genealogy
Blogs - Overview of Genealogy Blogs (TGC)
Cloud Storage & Cloud Backup Services (TGC)
Cyndi'sList.com
Cyndi's List Overview
Facebook - Genealogical & Historical Groups & Pages (2021)
Facebook - Genealogy Uses (TGC)
Facebook Guide (2016)
Family History website guide
Familypedia.fandom.com
FamilySearch Learning Center
FamilySearch.org
FamilySearch.org - Finding Non-Indexed Records
FamilySearch.org Overview
FamilySearch.org Research Guide
FamilySearch.org - Search & Browsing Strategies
FamilySearch.org Wikis - One Page Overview
FindMyPast.com
GEDCOM Files - Ancestry.com Guide with Graphics
GEDCOM Files - Ancestry.com Step-by-Step
GEDCOM Files - MyHeritage.com Guide
Genealogy Research Guides [website link]
Genealogy Resources
Geni.com
Google - 10 Tools for Genealogy
Google - 20 Search Tips to Use Google More Efficiently
Google - 21 Tools for Genealogy
Google - 5 Hacks for Genealogy
Google - 5 Hacks for Genealogy - Video
Google - Operators 1 Page Summary
Google Books [website link]
Google Tools for Genealogy - Video
Google.com
Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Internet Archive [website link]
Library of Congress [website link]
Mobile Apps for Genealogy Research
MyHeritage.com
National Archives - Prologue Magazine
National Archives [website link]
OurTimeLines.com
Photo Editing Tools
Podcasts - Overview of Genealogy Podcasts (TGC)
RandomActsofGenealogicalKindness.org
RhymeZone.com
Scanning Apps for Smart Phones (TGC)
Search Tips - Super Searches on Ancestry.com & FamilySearch.org
TV - 9 Genealogy Shows
Video - Using the Internet Archive for Serious Genealogy Research
Websites - 18 Free Genealogy Sites (NGS)
Websites - 26 Free Genealogy Sites (2017)
Websites - FMT's 2023 Best 101 Genealogy Sites
Websites - How to Find New Records on 4 Big Genealogy Sites
Websites - Online Arizona & Federal Resources
WeRelate.org
Wikipedia.com
WikiTree.com
AccessGenealogy.com
AmericanAncestors.org
AmericanAncestors Webinars
Ancestry Academy - Videos
Ancestry.com
Ancestry.com - Quick Guide
Ancestry.com Card Catalog - 5 Pro Tricks (Video)
Ancestry.com Tips & Tricks (TGC)
Artificial Intelligence in Genealogy
Blogs - Overview of Genealogy Blogs (TGC)
Cloud Storage & Cloud Backup Services (TGC)
Cyndi'sList.com
Cyndi's List Overview
Facebook - Genealogical & Historical Groups & Pages (2021)
Facebook - Genealogy Uses (TGC)
Facebook Guide (2016)
Family History website guide
Familypedia.fandom.com
FamilySearch Learning Center
FamilySearch.org
FamilySearch.org - Finding Non-Indexed Records
FamilySearch.org Overview
FamilySearch.org Research Guide
FamilySearch.org - Search & Browsing Strategies
FamilySearch.org Wikis - One Page Overview
FindMyPast.com
GEDCOM Files - Ancestry.com Guide with Graphics
GEDCOM Files - Ancestry.com Step-by-Step
GEDCOM Files - MyHeritage.com Guide
Genealogy Research Guides [website link]
Genealogy Resources
Geni.com
Google - 10 Tools for Genealogy
Google - 20 Search Tips to Use Google More Efficiently
Google - 21 Tools for Genealogy
Google - 5 Hacks for Genealogy
Google - 5 Hacks for Genealogy - Video
Google - Operators 1 Page Summary
Google Books [website link]
Google Tools for Genealogy - Video
Google.com
Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Internet Archive [website link]
Library of Congress [website link]
Mobile Apps for Genealogy Research
MyHeritage.com
National Archives - Prologue Magazine
National Archives [website link]
OurTimeLines.com
Photo Editing Tools
Podcasts - Overview of Genealogy Podcasts (TGC)
RandomActsofGenealogicalKindness.org
RhymeZone.com
Scanning Apps for Smart Phones (TGC)
Search Tips - Super Searches on Ancestry.com & FamilySearch.org
TV - 9 Genealogy Shows
Video - Using the Internet Archive for Serious Genealogy Research
Websites - 18 Free Genealogy Sites (NGS)
Websites - 26 Free Genealogy Sites (2017)
Websites - FMT's 2023 Best 101 Genealogy Sites
Websites - How to Find New Records on 4 Big Genealogy Sites
Websites - Online Arizona & Federal Resources
WeRelate.org
Wikipedia.com
WikiTree.com
MISCELLANEOUS
Photos - Coasters
Photos - Using PowerPoint to Label Digital Photos
TV - 9 Genealogy TV Shows
Photos - Using PowerPoint to Label Digital Photos
TV - 9 Genealogy TV Shows