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Sitting on a very delayed flight from Dallas (DFW) & trying to get home from #RootsTech.

So, because I am me, and the flight attendant is super cool, when asked if I wanted something to drink before take off, you better believe I asked for #moonshine.

I settled for a Cape Cod instead. But when he gave it to me, he said he would have to go to the Ozarks to get it. sigh. #Appalachia is not in the Ozarks.

#silentsunday #saltlakecity #rootstech #grandamerica

#RootsTech2026 is at an end.

Lots of observations...

* "Cloud" Tennis Shoes are not worth it (my 20 year old Mary Jane Birkies for the win!)

* While every presentation I attended had a great speaker who were knowledgeable, even the "intermediate" level ones felt like beginner. So, if you are an experienced #genealogist (professional or amateur or arm chair), you might think so too. But....

* The in booth presentations are seriously AWESOME. You can pick and choose which company/product interests you and see if they are having a booth talk.

The big guys all have professional booth talks. I even attended one that Christa Cowen had with "Ask me anything".

* If you were #NotAtRootsTech don't worry. The downloadable presentations really are great and informative.

* Most companies had deals for those that were #NotAtRootsTech that were the same if you were there. Granted, the software & book companies had plenty to buy and take home vs ship.

* Don't be afraid to stay a few blocks away from the Salt Palace but stay in the "free city zone" to take advantage of the free trax) tram /train. I stayed at a fantastic hotel three train stops away and was thankful to have the peace away from the convention.

#genealogy #familyhistory #Rootstech

@chasfhudson

I've always thought of it as a way to be sure I'm doing original research - because people mostly start with the governors (my cousin) and senators (different line) and judges (different persons on those lines).

Not to mention forgetting the bachelor uncles and maiden aunts, whose wills and probate tie together far-flung branches of the family.

The 1880 census had a maiden aunt whose retirement home was making the rounds of the nieces and nephews. One side of town was enumerated to start the census and the other side to finish; she moved house during it and was enumerated twice - once on her father's side and once on her mother's.

#RootsTech2026 #RootsTech
#NotAtRootsTech #Genealogy

@genchat I've certainly seen some "warts and all" coverage that didn't make it into the stories told by the elders.

But the FAN Club coverage is surely helped by the Social news - who's hosting the holiday and birthday family meals, who are the bridesmaids or pallbearers.

#RootsTech #RootsTech2026
#NotAtRootsTech #Genealogy
@genealogy

Again this morning with Sean Daly for Finding Your Post-Révolution French Ancestors at #RootsTech after having downloaded the handout beforehand.
And now the slides are also available for download - a bonus for us #NotAtRootsTech !

Went back to look at his Pre-Revolution French Ancestors presentation - and slides are also available there!

And at Finding and Accessing French Archives Online for the hat trick!

Thanks so much, Sean!

@genealogy
#genealogy

Day Two of #RootsTech2026:

What do you want to see? #NotAtRootsTech

I am going to try to sneak around and get some #swag & videos, maybe go live on my YT Channel to answer questions.

If you are at #RootsTech, come say hi at the #WikiTree booth. Join me at the Expo Stage, 2:30pm MT, as I present for WikiTree.

#Ancestry has a table with really cool high quality #stickers. Germany, England, Italy, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, were grabbed up extremely quick. Possibly an indication of attendees that have ancestors from those areas.

#RootsTech2026 #Genealogy #ethnicity #RootsTech

#RootsTech2026

🤔 ***My observations***

This year, the majority of questions from attendees (while I was working at the #WikiTree booth) and, in general chatter before presentations:

AI presentations were PACKED! Standing room only.

* AI - can I use it (lots of ethics questions)
* AI - is it farming my work
* Photos (huge topic this year in presentations). Can I upload to WikiTree ... And how much does it cost (spoiler alert... It's free!)
* People are so incredibly happy! Sometimes, conventions bring cranky travelers but not at #RootsTech so far.
* I only saw 2 people out of thousands wearing a mask.

The most requested information on projects at WikiTree (asked to me): Nordic Countries & Poland

Did you know that you can access any ONLINE #RootsTech2026 session for free? Their on demand library is open.

https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/library?cid=SO-00058708

#RootsTech #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #FamilySearch

#FTDNA has a #RootsTech2026 unlock special. Very limited time offer.

Upload Your Autosomal DNA (from other companies) to FamilyTreeDNA for free.

You will need to use a code at checkout: ROOTSTECHUNLOCK

https://www.familytreedna.com/products/autosomal-dna-upload

#DNA #RootsTech #Genealogy #GeneticGenealogy #FamilyHistory

Oh my, Kirsten, THIS is exactly what this whole “Skybridge” idea is all about. A generous mixing of stories, insight, and process across the borders forced by our platforms. It’s a delight to add this to the RideAlongPartners.org/posts site tonight! Bravo! #RootsTech #NotAtRootsTech #Genealogy

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This doesn't look like #Appalachia.

Good Morning from Salt Lake City and #RootsTech.

If you are at RootsTech, come say hi at the #WikiTree booth (next to #FTDNA & Media Center).

If you are #NotAtRootsTech - what are you watching online today? And what pictures or information can I get for you?

Genealogy’s Star: What’s New from FamilySearch at RootsTech 2026. “Here is a summary from this recently uploaded video with announcements about changes coming to the familysearch.org website in 2026. You may wish to check back to the RootsTech 2026 website for any additional announcements that were not contained in this video.”

@researchbuzz
Which would be fine if this weekend wasn't #Rootstech #RootsTech2026

And I'm #NotAtRootsTech so online is my friend (and many friends and relatives ... to the far reaches of our family trees).

Oh my... things are hopping over here in anticipation of #RootsTech, or actually #NotatRootsTech together with our RootsTech "Ride Along" I've just added a few more news notes and posts to the website at RideAlongPartners.org - Watch Parties in 🐰🐰? - Group photos? Got it all! #Genealogy

Ride Along Partners | Geneablo...

Made it to Salt Lake City yesterday! Spent some time at the Family History Library @familysearch #RootsTech #WikiTree

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech is here: what to know. “It is a hybrid event. The online experience is free and includes over 200 new sessions in 26+ languages. The in-person event offers 250+ exclusive sessions, networking opportunities, and a hands-on Expo Hall.” Taking place March 5-7.

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech is here: what to know. “It is a hybrid event. The online experience is free and includes over 200 new sessions in 26+ languages. The in-person event offers 250+ exclusive sessions, networking opportunities, and a hands-on Expo Hall.” Taking place March 5-7.

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech is here: what to know. “It is a hybrid event. The online experience is free and includes over 200 new sessions in 26+ languages. The in-person event offers 250+ exclusive sessions, networking opportunities, and a hands-on Expo Hall.” Taking place March 5-7.

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech is here: what to know. “It is a hybrid event. The online experience is free and includes over 200 new sessions in 26+ languages. The in-person event offers 250+ exclusive sessions, networking opportunities, and a hands-on Expo Hall.” Taking place March 5-7.

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech is here: what to know. “It is a hybrid event. The online experience is free and includes over 200 new sessions in 26+ languages. The in-person event offers 250+ exclusive sessions, networking opportunities, and a hands-on Expo Hall.” Taking place March 5-7.

The start of travel to #RootsTech begins ...

Heading down off the mountain towards the big city today. I have not been home since July when we bought the bungalow (long story). @Appalachian

I don't think the baby sharks & Auggie Doggie are happy to leave their porch in #Appalachia for the ATL burbs. 🤔

Fly out to SLC, before dawn, on Wednesday and thrilled to present for #WikiTree at the largest global #Genealogy Conference.

Genealogie-Events in 2026

https://www.compgen.de/2025/12/genealogie-events-in-2026/

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech 2026 Bonus and Benefits. “RootsTech 2026, the largest genealogy and family history conference in the world, is scheduled for Marth 5-7, 2026 online and in person at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah. Meanwhile, by visiting the website, you can enjoy and learn from the following activities and learning opportunities.”

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/12/13/genealogys-star-rootstech-2026-bonus-and-benefits/

Genealogy’s Star: RootsTech 2026 Registration now open!. “Registration for RootsTech 2026 is now open! The world’s largest family history conference returns March 5-7, 2026, with options for both in-person and online attendance.”

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/09/27/genealogys-star-rootstech-2026-registration-now-open/

CeCe Moore gave a preview of this episode at #RootsTech - be sure to tune in on Tuesday. #FindingYourRoots #DNA #geneticgenealogy #isogg #DrHenryLouisGates #CeCeMoore #geneadons https://www.pbs.org/show/finding-your-roots/

Would you like advice on starting to research your ancestors in Ireland or Scotland?

Check out a presentation about Scottish and Irish Genealogical Connections that I gave, together with the excellent @glasgowgenealogy and @cbgenealogy at RootsTech:
https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/session/scottish-and-irish-genealogical-connections

#Genealogy #ScottishGenealogy #IrishGenealogy #RootsTech #NotAtRootsTech

If you missed CeCe Moore talking about her involvement with the #PBS show Finding Your Roots at the recent RootsTech conference, then you should check it out!

#FindingYourRoots #DNA #GeneticGenealogy #Genealogy #RootsTech #FamilySearch
https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/session/telling-stories-with-dna-case-studies-from-pbs-finding-your-roots

Well, f*ck.

BYU Family History Technology Lab (https://fhtl.org/) has some nice tools extending the FamilySearch tools. One is the RelativeFinder (https://www.relativefinder.org/), which can show you your relation with famous people.

#FamilySearch #RootsTech #FindYourRelatives #DonaldTrump #Trump #RelativeFinder #BYU #BrighamYoungUniversity #FHTL #genealogy #Ahnenforschung #Verwandtschaft #famous #famousPeople #Prominent #Promi #USPresident

Roots Tech 2025 Pre-Registration is Now Open | DP Family Tree https://dpfamilytree.family.blog/2024/09/25/roots-tech-2025-pre-registration-is-now-open/
#rootstech #rootstech2025 #nowopen #registration #familyhistory #genealogy #blog

Und dann habe ich wegen diesem #RootsTech-Blogpost jede Menge Leute auf FamilySearch angeschrieben und dabei tatsächlich ein paar Registrierungen entfernter Cousins bei #WikiTree erreicht.
#AFStunde @afstunde