I have lived with them for years. Even had one that would be in my yard often enough to chat. He would come by I would go out and have a discussion. He would allow me maybe 15-20 feet between us and be very calm. Some of the others not so good.
We had quite a few for many years but now the best thing that has curbed the encounters are all the Air BnBs. Those folks just don't know how to manage them so well. The bears have learned a schedule and leave us natives alone.
Terry