{"id":6099,"date":"2014-02-04T17:00:45","date_gmt":"2014-02-04T17:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.genealogybank.com\/?p=6099"},"modified":"2021-05-26T13:08:10","modified_gmt":"2021-05-26T17:08:10","slug":"come-join-genealogybank-at-rootstech-2014-conference-tips-for-those-attending-and-those-watching-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.genealogybank.com\/blog\/come-join-genealogybank-at-rootstech-2014-conference-tips-for-those-attending-and-those-watching-online.html","title":{"rendered":"Come Join GenealogyBank at RootsTech 2014! (Conference Tips for Those Attending\u2014and Those Watching Online)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/em><\/strong>: In this article, Gena\u00a0Philibert-Ortega gives advice on how to get the most out of RootsTech 2014, the largest genealogy conference in the U.S. Gena is a genealogist and author of the book \u201cFrom the Family Kitchen.<\/span>\u201d
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RootsTech<\/a> is the largest gathering of family historians in the United States and promises to be THE place to be, even virtually, in February.<\/p>\n

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An estimated 10,000 genealogists will gather at the Salt Palace Convention Center this February 6-8, 2014, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Another 20,000 worldwide are projected to watch streaming video of this premier genealogy conference from their homes.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah. Credit: Luana Darby.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

GenealogyBank<\/a> will once again be at RootsTech, staffing a booth to greet you and answer your most pressing genealogy questions.<\/p>\n

Whether you are going to RootsTech in person or following along at home, here\u2019s how you can get the most out of this important family history event.<\/p>\n

Download the Free RootsTech App<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prepare for attending RootsTech by downloading the free app. With the RootsTech conference app you can create your class schedule, learn more about the presenters and exhibitors, and network with others. The conference app is available for both Apple and Android mobile devices. Don\u2019t have a mobile device? No problem! You can use the web version of the app on your desktop PC or Mac.<\/p>\n

Stop by the GenealogyBank Booth #817<\/strong><\/p>\n

A must for any conference experience is a stroll or two around the Expo Hall, and RootsTech will be no different. It\u2019s in the Expo Hall that you can view new products and services, ask questions, and learn what\u2019s new in the world of genealogy.<\/p>\n

While you\u2019re in the Expo Hall, stop by the GenealogyBank booth (#817) and say hello. We will have computers and friendly staff to help you learn more about using GenealogyBank.com<\/a>, help you search for ancestors, and give you genealogy tips and tricks to help you succeed.<\/p>\n

Set a Conference Course of Action<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the comments I hear most at conferences is how exhausting it can be. It can be exciting to have the opportunity to learn so much over the course of a weekend but it can also be overwhelming.<\/p>\n

Make a plan before you get to the RootsTech conference and decide on your priorities. What are your must-attend lectures, who do you need to speak to in the Expo Hall, and who do you need to network with? And while you may feel like you want to \u201cget your money\u2019s worth,\u201d make sure to schedule down time (time to reflect and rest).<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to plan out your meals and bring snacks and water with you. In the excitement of being around all that genealogy, it can be easy to forget to eat. Make a plan for meals before you get there and decide whether you are going to eat from the snack bar or one of the conveniently located restaurants within walking distance of the Salt Palace. For those who are not from Utah, Salt Lake is a dry climate so make sure to drink lots of water to keep hydrated.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Assembly Hall, inside Temple Square, Salt Lake City, Utah. Credit: Gary W. Clark.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

To learn more about where to dine, as well as attractions to see and things to do in downtown Salt Lake City, see the Visit Salt Lake website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Handcart Pioneer Monument, inside Temple Square, Salt Lake City, Utah. Credit: Gary W. Clark.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Follow the RootsTech Social Media Buzz<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not able to attend RootsTech in person? Whether you are physically there or participating from home, use Twitter to follow along. The RootsTech Twitter account is @RootsTechConf<\/a>. Participants will be tweeting and tagging images on Instagram using the #RootsTech hashtag. You can also follow along on Facebook at https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RootsTech<\/a>.<\/p>\n

One of the innovative aspects of RootsTech is their commitment to provide free video streaming sessions so that more people around the world can benefit from their family history and technology conference. From their website you can watch selected conference presentations live. Not able to watch the presentation at the scheduled time? No problem, each streamlined presentation is archived so that you can view it at your convenience. To learn about what presentations will be viewable from home see the free online broadcast schedule. Currently, you can view presentations from the 2013 conference.<\/p>\n

Did You Know Salt Lake Has a Library?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Obviously the answer to that question is \u201cof course!\u201d Probably one of the biggest benefits of attending a conference in Salt Lake City is the opportunity to visit the Family History Library<\/a> in person. I\u2019ve written previously about visiting the Family History Library in my GenealogyBank Blog article Planning a Trip to Salt Lake City for Your Family History Research?<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Family History Library, Salt Lake City, Utah. Credit: Luana Darby.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

My biggest piece of advice about going to the Family History Library is this: do your homework before you leave home. Utilize the Family History Library Catalog and look up what you want to research so that you can be more efficient while you\u2019re at the Library. If you have limited time to search during your visit, stick to resources that do not circulate to Family History Centers such as books and some microforms.<\/p>\n

Going to RootsTech 2014? Have a great time! Genealogy conferences are exciting and energizing. You will definitely come away with ideas and resources to help you in the search for your ancestors. And be sure to stop by and say hi at GenealogyBank\u2019s booth #817. We look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake soon!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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