About Don Hunter, Arkansas Valley Web Works




	A Short History of our fearless leader as told by the man himself.

	My full name is Donald Richard Hunter. My friends know me as Don. For that matter my enemies know me as Don too, but hopefully we can be friends. I was born in Milford, Nebraska on November 15, 1950. My family moved to the Arkansas Valley in 1955 where Dad farmed and ranched, and Mom worked as a legal secretary. After graduating from Las Animas High School in 1968 our family moved to Rocky Ford, Colorado where my education continued at Otero Junior College in La Junta majoring in Liberal Arts and Music. After receiving my Associate of Arts, I was employed farming and ranching and driving trucks until 1981 when a back injury was sustained. I returned to college at the University of Southern Colorado and in 1984 earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies, Political Science, and Education. During my tenure there I was introduced to computers by a kindly science professor who opened my eyes to the many possibilities available to educators using computers. Little did I know how the technology would blossom into what all of us are used to seeing today. I was employed as a teacher in Denver area public schools for a number of years; and owned and operated a successful lawn care company in the summer months. Approaching middle age, with battered body and tiring of the city hassle, I returned to Rocky Ford to help Mom after Dad passed away and until her death in 1997.

		The challenge of teaching myself the new technologies helped me deal with the tragedy of my parents death in a positive and constructive way. Quite by accident I was re-introduced to the computer world and became intrigued by the Internet and its possibilities. "Teacher, teach thyself", was the operative phrase for several years during my reintroduction into the computer world.

	Since that time numerous acquaintances have been made and resources discovered for web site design and construction. Designing and developing customized web sites for individuals and small businesses at affordable prices and in making my web enterprises exciting and amusing to my visitors is a large part of my life. I strive to be honest and up front with my clients and visitors about both the possibilities and pitfalls of establishing an outline identity. My repeat clients tell me that I worry more about their presence than they do. It makes me feel good to know I have earned their trust. All parties who have interest in web design and development services or custom graphics are invited to view the Our Services section. Inquiries are welcome and you should feel free to contact me personally at don@arkvalwebworks.com regarding your concerns. Don Hunter