Have you seen the price of lift tickets lately? Ouch!

Lift tickets aren't just pricey at the bigger resorts now. A greater number of smaller ski areas have also increased prices substantially.

And remember when skiing midweek was a bargain? Not so much anymore.

So unless you've got a nice, little trust fund stash somewhere, you'll want to save money.

Hey, with a little planning, there are deals to be had. You really don't need to pay full-price on your lift tickets. Some deals are obvious, no-brainers, like multi-day ticket deals; but here's a few other ideas and deals we've come across:

►Super saver cards. You buy a card for a set-price and you save money when you actually buy your lift ticket.
►Night sessions. It's always cheaper to ski twilight and night sessions, where offered, and it's a good deal unless the area lighting or your night vision are poor. Or both.
►Half-day tickets. Another way to get in some runs without necessarily breaking the bank.
►College/Student tickets/cards. A great way to go if you're in school. You can save a ton!
►Beginner Area restricted-use tickets

Here's a few deals for specific areas. Check them out:

Connecticut:
Southington
Online coupon discounts

Massachusetts:
Butternut
20.00 Midweek tickets Monday through Thursday
Catamount
20.00 Midweek tickets Monday through Thursday

Vermont:
Bolton Valley
Various M-T-W lift ticket deals

Bromley
25.00 Midweek Lift tickets
Family Friday discounts

Mad River Glen
35.00 Midweek Lift tickets

Okemo
Ladies' Day Tuesday on select Tuesdays for $39.00
Wonderful Wednesday discounts for NH/VT residents. $39.00. Proof of residence required.
January Tribute Special with 50 percent off on tickets to members of the military, firefighters and police.

Sugarbush
Discounted ticket deals at various outlets in CT, NH, and NY

New Hampshire
Waterville Valley
Ski and Ride Monday and Friday 2-for-1 or Spin the Wheel

Sunapee
Daily specials like Monday's 39.00 ticket

Wildcat
Daily specials, including Ski for Free on your Birthday