The Northwest Navigator (Kitsap-Everett), seeking to meet the needs of its readers, is launching a survey to measure the content category and media habits of local residents.

In the online survey that will start today, readers will be asked for their opinion of the Northwest Navigator and its content, including what they read or don’t read.

The purpose of the research is to help the Northwest Navigator understand readers’ interests, collect suggestions and insights from the readership.

Readers can participate in the survey online at http://www.northwestnavigator.com beginning today.

Participants’ names will be entered in a drawing for $300 in gift cards from Wholesale Sports.

Dynamic Media will tabulate the survey results for use by the U.S. Navy. The information won’t be sold, loaned or traded to third parties.

“This is a great opportunity for our readers to tell us what they like and don’t like about the Northwest Navigator publications.” said Chris Haley, Navy Region Northwest public affairs officer, whose office oversees the editorial content of the Northwest Navigator.