So the fact that the garda are now questioning you as to the purpose of your movements at this time should be seen as no more of a risk seems somewhat irrational.But then again as you rightly said its hard to know.You might be less likely to be killed by a falling tree,its your choice.You either accept what the consequences may be and live in a forest and say fuck you trees with a hard hat on or hide inside and never go near the road just incase.I still think if against all odds you did find yourself having to justify your actions to the authorities or your family i would start licking windows.
Civility costs you nothing.