Technical Abstract: The ability to evaluate large tracts of land with in a consistent manner using readily available moderate resolution satellite data is a highly valuable tool for land resource managers. Herein we present a multi-scale approach using remotely sensed imagery that holds the potential to effectively prioritize sites for assessment and monitoring and identify those areas susceptible to degradation and possible candidates for management intervention. There are research applications for which remotely sensed imagery assist, but do not fulfill decision-making needs and requirements and the strengths and limitations should be duly noted. Land managers and decision-makers seek remote sensing tools that provide products relevant to and consistent with STM concepts. This is a compelling challenge from two perspectives. The remote sensing community is needed to augment the knowledge regarding the accuracy and suitability of the full suite of change detection algorithms to promote understand of which techniques are best suited for different research applications. Land managers and their technical collaborators are challenged to identify existing indicators or modifications thereof that are commensurate with products derived from remotely sensed data. Only with contributions from both communities and effective dialogue between them will the full potential of remote sensing for natural resource management decision-making be realized.