July 2025

3 Julyalways brings a certainenergy– thekind that pushes us out of our comfort zones and intoexperiences that become memories. It’s themonthof sunrise hikes, late-night driveswithwindows down, impromptubackyard conversations, andconcertsthatstretchlongafterdusk. Inthisissue,we’vecapturedthatsummerspiritwithstoriesthat reminduswhat this season is really about: discovery, connection, and stepping outside the daily grind to experience something real. Inside, you’ll find guides for staycations that refresh your mindset without draining your wallet, music festivals that awakennostalgiaandexcitement,andsportingevents thatprovedeterminationthrives ineverycornerof theworld.We focusedoncontent that inspireswithoutdivision–celebratingmusic, food,nature,andthecommunitiesthatholdusup. It’s easy to get lost in the noise of daily life, but this month is an invitation to slow down and notice the moments that matter. Look up at the stars during a meteor shower. Catch a live band. Try a new hiking trail before dawn. Explore a part of your city you’ve never walked through. July may just be another month on the calendar, but with the right mindset, it can become unforgettable. Thank you for making Ryze-Up part of your summer. Stay inspired, stay curious, and as always, keep rising up. CapnBlakk | Editor-in-Chief, Ryze-Up Magazine EDITORIAL Notes From “ We Are Here To Ryze-Up Not To Tear Down “ OUR TEAM CAPNBLAKK Editor In Chief contact@ryze-up.com RICH TAYLOR Senior Creative Director rich.taylor@ryze-up.com JAKE COUGHLIN Head Photographer jake.coughlin@ryze-up.com ASHLEY CAROLINE Event Coordination ashley.caroline@ryze-up.com W elcome to the July edition of Ryze-Up Magazine!