A community analysis and research strategy called Project GENESIS is described in this article. Combining quantitative and qualitative research methods, Project GENESIS emphasizes the qualitative research strategy of ethnography.The purpose of this investigation was to analyze the overall health of the aggregate of teenagers in a moderate sized town in northern Colorado. Data analysis revealed findings related to teen lifestyles, health and health services, substance abuse, and pregnancy. Recommendations to improve the health of teenagers based on the findings are presented. Implications of this type of research for school and community health nursing are discussed.