Jolly Badgers bring a pirate spirit, family energy, and unmistakable personality to Tripoli appearances.

The Jolly Badgers are one of Tripoli’s most playful and recognizable themed units.

Jolly Badgers
Tripoli Jolly Badgers unit

A pirate-themed unit built around fun, visibility, and community spirit.

The Jolly Badgers help show that Tripoli’s public identity is not only ceremonial, but also warm, imaginative, and family-friendly.

At parades and public events, they stand out through character, costume, and a lively presence that makes people stop, smile, and remember Tripoli.

TypeParade unit
ThemePirate character and family fun
ContactCurt Campagna
414-698-8874

See the Jolly Badgers in action.

This video gives a quick feel for the energy, personality, and spirit the unit brings to appearances and events.

The Jolly Badgers make Tripoli feel approachable and alive.

Every shrine benefits from units that bring different kinds of visibility. Some bring music or ceremony. Others bring motion, spectacle, or comedy. The Jolly Badgers contribute a more theatrical and family-forward style of public presence.

That matters because groups like this help the broader organization connect with people emotionally. They make the experience feel joyful, memorable, and human.

What they bring to events

  • A playful visual identity that stands apart on the route
  • Family-friendly energy that connects well with crowds
  • A themed presence that adds character and fun to public appearances
  • A stronger sense of variety across the full parade lineup

Keep exploring Tripoli’s unit life.

Use the links below to return to the broader unit directories and continue through the rest of Tripoli’s public-facing groups.