Although most participants have completed yDNA or mtDNA testing, this project primarily uses Family Finder (atDNA) test results to connect current and prospective DNA cousins, and their collateral lineages, that came together in Monona County Iowa and then dispersed around the World. The project co-administrators are strictly volunteer so there are long stretches when activity is minimal. Hopefully the site and everyone's efforts will facilitate connecting our DNA cousins to surnames (or variants) in our family tree database using historical records and other facts. Participants must have, or be willing to complete, the Family Finder test or transfer your results from another testing organization to Family Tree DNA and upload a GEDCOM (the best you know) to your Family Tree DNA account. To participate, submit your request by clicking on the "Join" button in the upper right corner of the web page and follow the instructions. To read more about DNA testing check the "FAQ" item in the menu above.