Deborah Dickinson stands next to Bill Peale while Gregory Jackson Sr. works to install a sign financed by The Gary Holdiness Cycling Fund. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

Gary Holdiness’ wife, Donna speaks to a group of cyclists after the first sign is installed Tuesday. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

(Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

David Nations rides down the Natchez Trace Parkway to meet up with other cyclists. “We’re fortunate to have The Natchez Trace to cycle on,” Nations said. “We just want all the motorist to be aware it’s a national park, not a freeway and it’s a bike route.” (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

(Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)