My first forester experience was when I logged one of my first bushes.
A forester said, "what's this we hear about you making a mess out of the bush!
We were always good friends after that. Mostly because it's a mutual respect.
Not too long ago I got busted for cutting timber on Crown Land without a permit, but the foresters were very understanding and only gave me a fine. One of the best fines I've ever been dealt.
John