Hrmm...

I suppose each state's department is different and more or less committed to serving the ethical hunting public. Its frankly sad that some places apparently suffer from an oppressive and difficult department to deal with.

I can only speak for here in Texas and we have an outstanding department. TPW, I feel, would do all they can to track down the right people and provide support to ethical hunters. The dealings I and my family over the years has always been positive. We actually caught some poachers on our lease years ago and they were dealt with, made to pay restitution to the land owner.

That said, I would report it. Your mileage may vary but to me, its the 'right' thing to do. Any law enforcement agency that would persecute and harass someone for reporting a crime has a serious problem.