You aren't wrong about acquiring land to learn from. Be aware that landowners will be easily locatable, and private property is susceptible to eminent domain, or other catastrophic actions.
Have a look at what is happening presently in South Africa to landowners based on race alone, and do some thinking about the various mechanisms that might be applicable to your own situation if SHTF.
I'm not trying to discourage anyone from owning land, merely encouraging folks to have plans in place for all exigencies, and attacks on landowners are amongst common developments when SHTF. Using your education from having private property prior to SHTF will empower you to react with agility regardless of such exigencies that arise.
You're on the right track.