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The History of Olympic Bids
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David Andrews, the original owner of the Ski Boot Motel, purchased the land in 1966.
19 of 53 		Spectators marvel as a competitor at the 1974 Freestyle Championships soars through the air.
20 of 53 		Freestyle skiing has always been a part of Whistler's ski culture.
21 of 53 		The bid for the 1976 Olympics was propelled by GODA and its many supporters.
22 of 53 		A man standing by an old growth tree in the area which later became the "Whistler Cay Estates".
23 of 53 		The Highland Lodge was constructed during the early 1970's along Highway 99.
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Whiskey Jack Condominiums in Whistler's Creekside in the 1970s.
25 of 53 		This image shows Blackcomb Mountain before it was developed as a ski resort.
26 of 53 		Image of Fitzsimmons Valley located between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain.
27 of 53 		This undeveloped field is now the location of Tapley's Pub in the center of Whistler Village.
28 of 53 		Field where the Royal Bank is currently located in the village.
29 of 53 		Gravel pit at the base of Whistler Mountain where the Delta Hotel is currently located.
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Whistler's first mayor, Pat Carleton (far left), was an important figure in the local community.
31 of 53 		Mayor Pat Carleton breaking ground for Whistler's new Town Center in 1978.
32 of 53 		The construction of Whistler Village where the Blackcomb Lodge is currently located.
33 of 53 		The construction of Whistler Village in 1979.
34 of 53 		The construction of Whistler Village began in 1979. Blackcomb Mountain is in the background.
35 of 53 		Construction of Carleton Lodge
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