re: How does one go about joining a Mardi Gras Krewe?

I would say that's about 85% correct. Thoth went up 100 riders last year. It's all about who you know. The better the rider sponsoring you knows the float lieutenant the better, or they can get you on a float with a open spot. That's what I did, until I could get on the other float. You have to ride with a different group but the ride is still amazing. They say floats are full but I don't know if that's completely accurate. They did build 2 new floats for this year though.