All LeasePlan Western Bulldogs supporters are encouraged to visit Whitten Oval on Friday 15th December and watch the team go through their paces during one of the Bulldogs first open skill sessions of the pre-season.New recruits Jason Akermanis and Andrew McDougall, along with the new draftees lead by first round selection Andrejs Everitt will all be participating in the session, giving supporters their first opportunity to see the new Bulldogs in action!The open training session will coincide with the broadcast of Ernie Sigley’s final show of 2006 live from Whitten Oval where he will be giving away, with thanks to Rare Spares, The LeasePlan Western Bulldogs, Variety – The Children’s Charity and 3AW 693, toys to needy and disadvantaged children 12 years and under.A sausage sizzle and activities for the whole family will be on hand for supporters to enjoy while watching the players participate in the training session.To nominate a child 12 or under, or a family, that you think deserves a little extra cheer at Christmas please fill in the form located underneath the photo of Shaun Higgins training and email HERE or post to Ernie’s Christmas Toys, 3AW 43 Bank Street, South Melbourne 3205 or fax (03) 9690 0774.* Winners will receive a letter in the post and must be in attendance on the day to collect their toy.When: Friday 15th December 2006Where: Whitten Oval, 417 Barkly Street, West FootscrayTime: Midday – 4pm (training Midday – 2pm)