Rowell discovered fly fishing through Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing in Auburn. He is retired from the Army after 21 years of service. He now considers fly fishing to be more than just a hobby. He believes that being on the river and in tune with nature heals what ails us in modern society. Rowell is a board member of the OARS Foundation, an assistant program lead for Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, established Alabama's first Mayfly Project and Alabama Native Fish Coalition Board Member. In 2023, he was nominated and recognized as the Alabama Fly Angler of the Year.