Well, I took my daughter on a 3-day canoe trip when she was 3 months old. Also did a 2 week backpack when she was 16 months old. We used to hunt all the time with the kids ever since they were infants. So, I would not be judgmental until I heard more details. As for being north of Loon Lake, yes there are facilities there, but depending on where you are getting there may be confusing if you do not know where the roads go. I think calling for help was the right thing to do.

Would I take my infant 4-wheeling? I do not like 4 wheeling, but if I did, I probably would take the child, but be prepared for camping out if needed. I have done a lot of things outdoors with my kids when they were little, that others would frown upon.