yeah its definitely pricey, you'll find that with most of the bigger resorts in the state, especially central and southern VT. Where I ride its not as expensive, http://www.jaypeakresort.com (click on winter) and they have packages and specials throughout the season. They didn't have a pipe last year but they have in past years. They have some park stuff in 2 or 3 small parks but not a ton of it. Really what they are known for is their natural terrain (glades!) and abundant snowfall…The hours there are about the same also, they open at 8:30 on weekends and lifts stop at 4. If you want to ride at night Bolton Valley is a good place to go, i dont know their web address offhand…