We have arrived in the Ragged Islands in time for a cold front and need to find a sheltered anchorage. The Ragged Islands are oriented North and South and for the usual winds from the East they provide good shelter but when a front goes through you need protection from the Westerly component winds. There are a few places but these can get filled when weather threatens. Fortunately the cruisers there are very friendly and helpful and will advise of the best places to go. Before the front we were able to get into Duncan Town. The locals live mostly by fishing and conching. The dried conch goes to Asia as a delicasy. (not for me, thank you)