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DNA Discussions Survey – Nov 2019
At the last meeting of the DNA Sig, we took a poll. This was a not statistically significant poll, but it was written and in person. The poll just surveyed what Genealogy & DNA company people actually were using. The list was limited to the items on the poll. There are other DNA companies out there, but they were not on the list.
This group,had Ancestry tree highest, but AncestryDNA and FTDNA were equal! We will repeat this little survey again.
Native American DNA and Ethnicity
Junel Davidsen gave a really interesting talk during our November 2019 monthly meeting about Native American DNA! It was interesting even for “non-natives”. 🙂 She gave history and presented data from her own ancestry and DNA results.
We have here the handout containing resources and links that Junel provided at the meeting. The file is a PDF with “live” links. It is full of links that will interest both DNA hunters and Native American Genealogy researchers. Download and enjoy.
DNA Discussion Group to meet 1st Wednesdays at Noon
The newly rescheduled DNA Sig aka Discussion Group will meet this coming Wednesday Nov 6 at 12 noon in the Monterey Family History Center in Seaside, CA. located at 1024 Noche Buena, the corner of Noche Buena & Plumas.
Park in left lot, come to left rear of the building.
The FHC itself is open all day Wednesday from 9:00 am until 7:30 pm, so you can come earlier or stay later to do research.
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Meanwhile, sales of DNA tests for genealogical purposes have started up again to celebrate Thanksgiving. Maybe now is the time for you to “just do it”.
Ancestry $59 (99)
23andMe ancestry $79 (99)
ancestry + health $99 (199)
MyHeritage $49 (79)
FTDNA Family Finder $59 (79)
Big Y $399 (649)
note: Ancestry and MyHeritage now also have optional Health tests, but I don’t know much about them so haven’t listed those prices
Old iPads need updating by Sunday
Apple is warning owners of older iPhones and iPads that if they don’t update their devices to the latest iOS software by Sunday, they won’t be able to connect to the internet.
IPhone and iPad products from 2012 and earlier will need the update before midnight UTC on November 3 in order to maintain accurate GPS location and continue using the App Store, iCloud, email and web browsing, according to Apple.
The worldwide GPS system uses a ten-bit parameter to count weeks. When the count gets to 1,024, the system “rolls over.” This roll-over will prevent the older Apple devices from connecting to the internet. You will need to update the older apple devices as follows:
- iOS 10.3.4: iPhone 5 and iPad (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
- iOS 9.3.6: iPhone 4s, iPad mini (1st generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular (CDMA models only), iPad (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular
You can find the iOS software version used by your device by going to the Settings app and then opening the General section and looking further in the About subsection.
Monthly Meeting – Nov 7, 2019 – “Native American DNA and Ethnicity” by Junel Davidsen
This session will review the various definitions of ‘Native American’ applicable the DNA testing with an explanation of blood quantum, basics of tribal eligibility and the importance of reference populations in estimating ethnicity. Examples from various testing companies will examine differences in test results and the need for documentation and genealogical research.
Junel Davidsen is a professional genealogist specializing in courthouse and forensic research. She routinely assists estate administrators in finding missing heirs and families looking for missing relatives, including adoptees. Recently she has been helping to solve unknown identities using genetic genealogy. Her work experience includes 17 yrs in San Benito Co. Clerk/Recorder’s office and 10 yrs as Assistant Registrar of Voters of Monterey Co. She has obtained an AA degree in Family Research studies , and has been a Board-certified genealogist for 10 yrs. Junel has attended many genealogy conferences and training workshops, most recently the 2019 Salt Lake Institute for Genealogy and earned a certificate in Native American Research. She is a member of the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe in Washington state and completed a descendant project for the tribal enrollment office in 2014. She has held various positions on the MoCoGenSo board including President. She is a member of the ‘Off The Charts’ writing group, DNA special interest group and volunteered at the Family History Center. Junel currently volunteers at the Monterey and San Benito County Historical Societies and organizes tours to local archives and repositories.
Doors open at 6:15 pm, the meeting starts at 7:00 pm. We’ll see you at the Family History Center, 1024 Noche Buena, Seaside, CA., left rear of building.
“When all the trees have been cut down, when all the animals have been hunted, when all the waters are polluted, when all the air is unsafe to breathe, only then will you discover you cannot eat money.” – Cree Prophecy
