Dan Chandler

A crafty fisherman discovers the Ricks boys' method of calling Flipper and uses it to capture the dolphin. When he claims equal rights to Flipper, Porter Ricks must confront the possibility that the law might not be on their side.

When lobster poachers threaten Coral Park Reserve, young Bud Ricks turns to his hero, old sea-lubber Hap Gorman, for help. Hap's unexpected cowardice disappoints Bud, but Flipper's clever intervention may just save the day and restore Bud's faith.

When Bud discovers a stranded couple on their sailboat, his natural instinct to help kicks in. The situation quickly becomes dire as their vessel becomes ensnared in dangerous coral reefs and Bud must turn to his most reliable friend - Flipper.

As Coral Key Park prepares for its annual swimming race, Porter Ricks falls victim to toxic chemicals during an underwater investigation. With Porter hospitalized, Sandy unknowingly prepares to lead young swimmers through dangerous waters.