I was one of many who did not see the Brambling today, but I can share some
details for future searchers.

Its ORIGINAL location is the front yard of 1110 E 3rd St, where there is
seed on the ground and in feeders.
I heard it was also seen yesterday in the backyard of 1230 E 2nd St,
viewable from the alley -- the house with the DECORATED GARAGE, where there
is a feeder. The next house east, 1234 E 2nd St, also has feeders (often
with goldfinches) viewable from Liberty St. My understanding is that the
original house and the decorated garage house homeowners are welcoming of
people looking in for the bird.

Today the bird's only appearance (from about 12 noon to 12:15pm) was in the
front yard of 1216 E 2nd St. This is the WOODSY YARD (front and back) with
the "backyard habitat" signs. The bird was eating from their Japanese maple
(appropriately for this Asian species). I personally spoke with the owners
and they welcomed us into their yard, though it's hardly necessary. The
bird also flew across the street to 1221 E 2nd St.

Given that some of these locations are a 5 min walk apart or more, it
behooves birders to coordinate communications, which also allows people to
search the neighborhood more without fearing of missing the bird and not
being notified. Today some of us were using the Neah Bay WhatsApp group or
simply exchanging numbers.

Good luck to all!

--
Steve Hampton
Port Townsend, WA (qatáy)