Scott Rollans
papa-r.bsky.social
Scott Rollans
@papa-r.bsky.social
Writer, singer, and a rare example of a self-described “avid cyclist” who genuinely is one (year-round)—in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
How exciting! Alberta is mentioned prominently in today's New York Times!
#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli
November 6, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Blue Jays tying the series is all well and good, but my proudest moment as a Canadian was watching Josh Naylor check on Ernie Clement after Clement had tagged him out.

Naylor knew he had just made a huge blunder but his first thought was for a fellow player.
❤️🇨🇦 #BlueJays #Mariners
October 17, 2025 at 4:33 PM
CARELESS SIGN STRUCK AND KILLED BY MOTORIST

Encountered the aftermath of this tragedy on my morning walk. Eyewitnesses confirm the playground zone sign was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. #yegbike
September 20, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Now THERE'S a feature missing from most carry-along bidets. 😲
June 25, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Dude has a combo Confederate/Harley Davidson flag as his FB cover photo. 🤣
June 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Milestone day! #CanadasLifeline

Donating platelets and plasma today. Join me if you’re able and eligible — it’s a sweet volunteer gig! Snacks too!
January 24, 2025 at 12:42 AM
The days are now getting longer (at least for my peeps here in the northern hemisphere).

This is the data here in Edmonton. Starting now, sunlight is making a comeback!
December 21, 2024 at 3:20 PM
Decent turnout Sunday for Edmonton‘s #TubaChristmas. I counted 31 bells!
December 16, 2024 at 9:25 PM
With mild weather here in Edmonton following a couple of snowfalls, it feels like the time to bring out this meme I made a couple of years ago.
#cycling #wintercycling #winterbiking @yegbike.bsky.social
December 5, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Yay, regional #transit!

Enjoying a leisurely $10 ride on the GO train’s aptly named Lakeshore East line. Our buddy David Russell is picking us up in Oshawa and driving us onward to his home in Peterborough for a two-night visit.
November 27, 2024 at 7:28 PM
Visited Dr. Daughter’s clinic (at Sumach Creek Health Centre, Toronto), so all her colleagues could tell us how wonderful she is. 🥰
November 26, 2024 at 8:45 PM
I heard a rumour that the term "flu season" is outdated, but YEG's recent wastewater levels beg to differ. Get your flu shots, my peeps—and update your COVID vax while you're at it.
November 20, 2024 at 5:31 PM
I randomly clicked onto the counter just in time to catch the big moment.
November 19, 2024 at 3:49 PM
boom
November 19, 2024 at 1:54 PM
Here’s a recipe from my 1940s-era pressure cooker recipe book.

I strongly recommend the final step. Nothing more disappointing than runny squirrel gravy.
November 17, 2024 at 10:21 PM
With new snow on the ground in Edmonton, now is a good time to remind folks that bikes aren’t just good for summer.

Oh, and you can bike with your tuba if you have one. #yegbike
November 16, 2024 at 6:34 PM
Ahem. I give you the Edmonton Valley Line.
November 16, 2024 at 5:57 PM
November 15, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Edmonton’s Mill Creek Ravine, part of my former daily commute, in winter and summer.
November 8, 2024 at 12:05 AM