Genealogy Trails

Follow the clues. Discover the story.
Genealogy Trail is your guide through family history mysteries. From timelines and case studies to deep dives into records and research strategies, this trail leads you step-by-step toward uncovering your ancestors and breaking down brick walls.

Genealogy Trail

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Ancestral Checklists

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Stay organized and on track with the Ancestral Checklist Bundle, featuring document checklists for Canada, the USA, Australia, and the UK, plus a Family Legacy Checklist. Perfect for identifying key records and strengthening your research foundation.
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Australian Ancestral Document Checklist

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A three-page list of documents pertaining to Australian Family History Research
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Canadian Ancestral Document Checklist

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A three-page list of documents pertaining to Canadian Family History Research
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English Ancestral Document Checklist

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A three-page list of documents pertaining to English Family History Research
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Full Text Search on FamilySearch

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  • 3 Lessons

Learn what Full Text Search can do for your family history research. Find out what it is and how to use it to find unknown documents for your family. There is also a step-by-step challenge that you can download and follow to help you discover something about your family.
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Myth Monday Worksheet: Solving a Family Myth

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Turn your family legends into evidence-based stories! This printable worksheet guides you through each step of the genealogical process, helping you prove or disprove family myths. Define your question, gather and evaluate sources, plan your research, analyze DNA results, and summarize your findings. Perfect for researchers, storytellers, and anyone who wants to uncover the truth behind the tales.
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Scapple - Mind Mapping To For Genealogy

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Unlock the power of mind mapping for genealogy! Learn how to use Scapple to visually organize your family history research, tackle brick walls, and map out DNA connections. Perfect for seeing patterns, building timelines, and brainstorming new leads. Includes tutorials, real-world examples, and a bonus DNA mind map template. Self-paced video course Approx. 60–90 minutes total content (short, digestible lessons)
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So, You Have An Alberta Ancestor

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Unlock the secrets of your Alberta roots with this essential 5-page research guide. Whether you're just starting or need help digging deeper, this practical resource walks you through key Alberta repositories, online databases, land records, homestead hints, and more. Perfect for genealogists with Canadian ties, especially those tracing family in Alberta’s early settlement era.
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The Family History Hound's Starter Pack: 3 Essential Checklists in One to Start Your Family Legacy

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3 Essential Checklists in One to Start Your Family Legacy Getting started with family history doesn’t have to be complicated. 📚 A Genealogy Research Starter Checklist to gather information, talk to family, and start a tree 💜 A DNA Testing & Match Management Quick Guide to choose tests and understand matches 📷 A Photo Organization Worksheet to sort, digitize, and preserve your photos
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U.S. Ancestral Document Checklist

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A three-page list of documents pertaining to U.S. Family History Research
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The Story of You - The Star

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  • 55 Lessons

The Story of You takes an easy approach to writing your life story. Each week, you’ll have access to a prompt to reflect and write—at your own pace. If a prompt doesn’t fit or doesn’t feel right, you’re free to skip it or explore a different memory. The course includes 52 prompts plus a few bonus ones, with full access from the start. You can follow one prompt a week or move faster—it’s entirely your choice.
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