Share some family stories or exciting discoveries you have made. Getting Involved Outside the home circle, there is also much that can be done. Local societies are always looking for volunteers to help out in various ways. Check with your local society to see if there are any projects you can help with. It's a great way to make friends and connect with others who share your passion for genealogy.
Many volunteers find that as they give, they receive just as much in return . . .
Even if you don't have time to volunteer, just by joining a society you are helping that organization's efforts to preserve valuable records, to educate and keep the genealogical community informed, and to fight for fair access to records, and you are countable as a family historian. When you are countable in a large group, you are part of a measurable force to be reckoned with when it comes to legislation and investments that will benefit the genealogical community as a whole. It's an Election Year . . . Chances are you will be bombarded with flyers from local candidates in the next few weeks. Many candidates and their respective parties will have Web sites and e-mail addresses.