To the editor:

Some groups from New York City and Washington, D.C., have been critical of Sen. John Yudichak's work on environmental issues.We don't know much about these out-of-state groups, but we do know how helpful Yudichak has been to the Nesquehoning Conservation Club.Yudichak helped us secure $50,000 in state funding to turn 6 acres of land donated by the Kovatch family into a Nature Park in Nesquehoning Borough.A fishing pond, damaged in a storm event, will be fully restored through the installation of a solar-powered aerator and reconnect the flow of fresh water from the Broad Run.In addition to the restoration of the pond, a new walking trail and picnic area will be built to add to all the great outdoor amenities Carbon County has to offer.I guess the folks from the big cities don't think much of small-town conservation efforts, but we are grateful Yudichak is there for us on all environmental issues both big and small.Don McGorry, PresidentGreg Pecha, Vice PresidentSam Kitchko, Secretary/ TreasurerNesquehoning Conservation Club