What do night orienteers use to navigate in the dark?

A headlamp.

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  1. A magnifying glass
  2. A mirror
  3. A headlamp ✔

Why: Headlamps light the way, and reflective markers help find controls.

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A headlamp sheds light on the whole course.
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Answer: A headlamp. Headlamps light the way, and reflective markers help find controls.

  1. Orienteering en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orienteering
    Competitors use a headlamp to navigate in the dark.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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