At our 25 September meeting we discussed the basic outline for doing genealogical research and had great examples and input on what to add.  This structure will be used for our coming sessions to make sure that we have a basic set of approaches to all the genealogy that we do.  Future sessions will build off this outline.
1. Research known information
2. Keep good records & cite your sources
3. Know the history of the area you are researching
4. Know what records are available for each time period
5. Dead-end? Consider a variety of alternatives
6. Know the meaning of the legal and genealogical terminology used
7. Make wise use of libraries, courthouses, archives, etc.
8. Don't believe everything that is in print
9. Beware of genealogical cliches
10. Observe genealogical etiquette
11. Seek help

DIRT Meeting

We had a good discussion of:
1) How to read a passenger list
2) How to develop a research question and a research plan
3) Discuss individual research questions and give helpful hints
4) Upcoming events

Link to presentation: click here