Using DNA to Solve Your Genealogical Mysteries 

 

Registration is closed.

Do you have more questions than answers about how DNA can help with your genealogy research? Are you eager to let DNA help you overcome a brick-wall? Join the California Genealogical Society for a day of DNA and learn how to connect with living cousins around the world.
 
Early Bird price ends April 7, 2013: Members  $20     Non-members  $40  
Price increases April 8, 2013: Members  $30      Non-members  $50
 
Schedule   
 9:00 a.m.    Registration, coffee /tea

 9:30 – 10:30    Crash Course in DNA –   Katherine Borges
                            Katherine will describe the types of tests and what they reveal, where to get them, what to do                               with the results.

10:45 - 11:45     Hoskins Y-DNA case study  – Tony Hoskins
                             Tony will talk about what happens when your DNA does not match while
                             sharing the twists and turns his DNA research has taken.

 

11:45 - 1:15    Visit a local restaurant or order a boxed lunch when you register

                   Network during lunch

 1:15 - 2:45     How Are CGS Members Using DNA?
                            Ken Haughton and Pam Miller will discuss how they are using DNA in their research

 

 3:00 - 3:30      Panel discussion - questions from the audience.

Pre-registration is required. 

Walk-ins will not be admitted.

NOTE: Registration fee is non-refundable.