tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26204193.post6089329179566685492..comments2024-03-26T11:22:41.940-07:00Comments on Genea-Musings: Then (1988) and Now (2007)Randy Seaverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17477703429102065294noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26204193.post-14586645028523776402007-06-22T18:05:00.000-07:002007-06-22T18:05:00.000-07:00Randy: You wrote " ... many new researchers ... d...Randy: You wrote " ... many new researchers ... don't join local or national genealogy societies to get the benefit of the experience and knowledge (in both traditional and online resources) of the members." Why would they? They can access so much online, including posting queries on newsgroups, and probably conveniently connect with a knowledgeable person by email. They can get advice at a local Family History Centre, or take a course at a local library or community organization without the commitment of joining a society. That's not even mentioning blogs, and the many more books and online educational resources than available 20 years ago.JDRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06471656063812824731noreply@blogger.com