One of the most thrilling and terrifying moments in my life came when I was hiking in Glacier National park and came within like 30 feet of a grizzly. That was an amazing animal... thankfully it could not care less about me and went on its way.
About 99% of the time it is exactly what they do….if folks who spend time outdoors know how many times they have come very close to one of nature’s predators they would be shocked…..
I’ve smelled bears and not seen them….think intense wet, dirty dog smell….