I hunted the Nootka, Port McNeil area 5 years ago . It was the absolute best bear hunting I have ever seen. Spot and stock hunt and i saw over 25 bears in 4 days. My first night out I got thier early so the guide and i went up a logging road to take a look. Right out of the gate i had a 6.5 to 7 footer at about 40 yards. We watched him for about 15 minutes before I passed beacuase i didn't want my hunt to end in 30 minutes. I ended taking a bear in 350lb range that squared an honest 6' 6''. i didn't see any color phase bears. Plan on spending some good money. Budget more then $5,000 for trip, license, tips.